Weather: ‘Unprecedented’ El Niño on the cards - could exceed previous events
Climate scientists are warning that an 'unprecedented' El Niño event may develop later this year, potentially exceeding previous records. While agencies in Australia, Japan, and the U.S. have already declared the event, New Zealand is monitoring local conditions before making a formal declaration.
Why it matters
El Niño events have global implications for weather patterns, increasing the risk of droughts, wildfires, and extreme climate events that impact agriculture and economies.
A Super El Niño is when ocean temperatures reach or exceed 2C above the long-term average. Photo / 123rf
The article relies on scientific data and statements from meteorological agencies without political bias.
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