How the last Super El Niño hit London - and what it could mean for the capital this winter
Experts warn that a severe El Niño event could bring extreme weather, including storms and freezing temperatures, to London this winter. The forecast suggests conditions could surpass the intensity of the 2015/16 season, which caused significant flooding and infrastructure damage.
Why it matters
Understanding climate patterns is critical for urban planning and public safety, as extreme weather events have direct impacts on infrastructure and human life.
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The last “super” El Niño to hit London a decade ago brought devastating storms and freezing weather, with experts fearing this winter’s will bring even worse.
The “Godzilla” El Niño expected to hit London this winter c ould be one of the worst on record, according to experts.
Storm Desmond killed three people and destroyed over 5,000 homes during the winter of 2015/16, the last time there was an El Niño of similar magnitude affecting the UK.
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