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‘Super El Niño’ is officially here, scientists say. What can we expect?
Experts say climate pattern could supercharge extreme weather events and push temperatures to record highs
TL;DR
- El Niño has officially arrived, with scientists predicting it could be the strongest of the century.
- This phenomenon is characterized by warming ocean surface temperatures in the central and eastern tropical Pacific Ocean.
- A strong El Niño can supercharge extreme weather events like rainstorms and droughts, depending on the region.
- It has the potential to push global temperatures to record highs, with the 2026-2027 season possibly seeing one of the largest El Niños in modern history.
- Impacts vary by region; for example, the southern US might experience stormier weather, while Australia and parts of South America could face drought and heat.