UN warns likelihood of ‘extreme weather events’ as El Nino set to intensify
Summary
The United Nations weather agency warns that the El Nino weather pattern is already happening and will likely get stronger between July and September. This could cause extreme weather like heatwaves, droughts, and heavy rain in many parts of the world.Key Facts
- The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) says El Nino has started and will intensify soon.
- El Nino usually peaks between November and February.
- The WMO has set up warning systems to help governments and aid groups prepare.
- El Nino warms the surface of the Pacific Ocean and changes weather worldwide.
- It happens every 2 to 7 years and lasts about 9 to 12 months.
- El Nino cycles with La Nina as part of the ENSO weather cycle.
- Global ocean temperatures reached a new high in June, partly due to El Nino.
- The last El Nino helped make 2023 the second-hottest year and 2024 the hottest since the 1800s.
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