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Forecasts of a Possible Super El Niño Are Raising the Stakes for Global Weather in 2026
Climate models are increasingly pointing to a very strong El Niño later this year, with some suggesting a chance of the strongest event on record and broad consequences for heat, drought, and flooding.
Key Takeaways
- Recent models suggest a very strong El Niño could develop later in 2026.
- Some forecasts show a chance that the event could be among the strongest on record.
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DT Editorial Team··via newscientist.com