El Niño is officially here: What it is, why it is happening, when it could peak, and 7 myths to bust about this climate phenomenon
A powerful El Niño event is anticipated for 2026, potentially one of the strongest in decades, scientists warn. This natural climate phenomenon, characterized by warming Pacific waters, significantly disrupts global weather patterns, impacting everything from rainfall to crop yields. While distinct from climate change, its effects can be amplified by existing global warming, posing substantial economic and societal risks worldwide.
A powerful El Niño event is anticipated for 2026, potentially one of the strongest in decades, scientists warn. This natural climate phenomenon, characterized by warming Pacific waters, significantly disrupts global weather patterns, impacting everything from rainfall to crop yields. While distinct from climate change, its effects can be amplified by existing global warming, posing substantial economic and societal risks worldwide.
