WMO Warns of High El Niño Risk: Preparing for Extreme Weather This Summer
WMO warns of an 80% chance of El Niño between June and August, urging global preparedness as climate change amplifies the risk of extreme weather.
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UN Warns of Extreme Heat Risks as El Niño Intensifies
The UN’s weather agency warns of a moderate to strong El Niño event, predicting global temperature spikes and extreme weather risks through November 2026.
UN Warns of Extreme Heat and Weather Risks as El Niño Intensifies
The UN weather agency warns of a potentially strong El Niño, forecasting above-average temperatures and extreme weather risks from June through November.
WMO Forecasts El Niño to Reach at Least Moderate Strength
The WMO reports that current climate models forecast the El Niño event to reach at least moderate strength, with potential for further intensification in the coming months.
India’s Severe Heatwave Triggers Global Climate Alarm
Northern and central India are facing extreme temperatures up to 48.2°C, driven by a combination of El Niño, weakened weather patterns, and long-term global warming.
El Niño Threat Looms: 2026 Could Be Among the Hottest Years on Record
Meteorologists warn that 2026 may become one of the hottest years on record as El Niño conditions emerge in the Pacific, increasing extreme weather risks.
EU Climate Monitor Warns of Record Ocean Temperatures as El Niño Looms
The EU’s climate monitor reports that sea surface temperatures are nearing record highs as the world transitions toward a powerful El Niño weather pattern.
EU Climate Monitor Warns of Record-Breaking Ocean Heat as El Niño Looms
EU climate monitors warn that ocean surface temperatures are approaching record highs as the world transitions toward a potentially powerful El Niño pattern.
April 2026 Records Second-Highest Extra-Polar Sea Surface Temperatures
The EU’s climate monitoring network reports that April 2026 recorded the second-highest extra-polar sea surface temperatures on record as El Niño conditions mature.
Second-hottest July Breaks 13-Month Record Streak, EU Scientists Say
July was the world’s second-hottest month on record, ending a 13-month streak of record-breaking warmth, according to the EU’s Copernicus Climate Change Service, influenced by a strengthening El Niño.
El Niño-Induced Drought Shrinks Botswana’s GDP by 38%
El Niño-induced drought has slashed Botswana’s GDP by 38%, with crop yields plummeting and cereal production meeting only 23% of national needs, according to a recent report by the Botswana Climate Change Network.
Costa Rica Orders Power Rationing Amid Worst Drought in Decades
Facing its worst drought in five decades, Costa Rica announces power rationing as hydroelectric plants struggle amid severe lack of rainfall.
Philippines Considers Cloud Seeding to Combat El Niño-Induced Drought
Facing severe drought due to El Niño affecting 2.9 million people, the Philippines is considering cloud seeding to alleviate water scarcity, with 131 areas declaring a state of calamity.
Suriname’s Worst Drought in 25 Years Slashes Crop Yields
Suriname faces its worst drought in 25 years due to El Niño, severely reducing crop yields and impacting agriculture in key districts.
El Niño Drought Threatens Southern Africa’s Grain Supply
El Niño-induced drought threatens southern Africa with large-scale food shortages, as FAO warns of significant declines in cereal production and potential grain imports.
Record High Ocean Temperatures in February: A Stark Warning from Scientists
February saw global ocean temperatures hit record highs due to carbon emissions and El Niño, signaling urgent climate concerns.
February Marks Ninth Straight Month of Record Global Heat, Says Europe’s Climate Monitor
February marked the ninth consecutive month of record-breaking global heat, with temperatures soaring 1.77°C above pre-industrial levels, according to Europe’s Copernicus Climate Change Service.
Global Temperatures Exceed 1.5°C Above Pre-Industrial Levels for First Time in 12-Month Span
For the first time on record, Earth has experienced 12 consecutive months with temperatures exceeding 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels, signaling a critical warning on climate change.
Australia Endures Scorching Heat Wave as Extreme Bushfire Risk Looms
Large parts of Australia are experiencing a severe heat wave, with temperatures exceeding 40°C. Authorities warn of extreme bushfire risks amid an El Niño weather pattern fueling hot and dry conditions.
Thousands Without Power as Cyclone Kirrily Strikes Australia’s Queensland
Thousands in Queensland are without power after Cyclone Kirrily hit near Townsville, bringing destructive winds and heavy rain.