UN warns of ‘supersized’ El Niño as countries prepare for impact
The world has entered a "danger zone of extreme weather" as the impacts of El Niño start to be felt globally, UN head António Guterres has warned.
- Why it matters
- El Niño typically drives severe weather patterns that affect rainfall, temperature, and extreme weather frequency across regions, influencing agricultural yield, water availability, and disaster risk.
- Most affected
- Populations in regions dependent on predictable rainfall patterns — Face altered precipitation affecting water supply and food production.
Countries in hurricane and drought-prone zones — May experience intensified extreme weather events. - Likely next
- Whether the UN or meteorological agencies issue specific regional impact projections or emergency preparedness guidance in coming weeks.
Also reported by: BBC
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