World Meteorological Organization expects El Niño to drive severe weather risks globally. El Niño’s strengthening likely peaks late twenty twenty six, staying influential until February.
Prolonged El Niño event exists, ocean surface temperatures remain unusually high throughout period.
Heavy impacts forecasted for communities worldwide, both social and economic disruptions likely expected. Global experts highlight droughts, floods, record heat already affecting many different regions currently.
The organization urges all countries to strengthen preparations for intensified climate disruptions soon. El Niño’s effects could persist, posing significant hazards well into twenty twenty seven.
