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Governments across Latin America are activating contingency plans, mobilizing firefighters, and preparing water and energy systems as El Niño strengthens. The World Meteorological Organization urges proactive preparedness, including securing alternative energy sources and protecting vulnerable communities.
This commentary argues that football jerseys in Latin America have become politicized, with politicians co-opting national kits for patriotic symbolism. It examines how Brazil's yellow jersey was associated with Jair Bolsonaro and similar trends in Colombia, suggesting that these uniforms serve as powerful tools for political nationalism.