2026's Record-Breaking El Niño

This year, El Niño has reached record-breaking levels, with sea-surface temperatures in the ocean region where it forms being the highest ever recorded. El Niño is a climate pattern that can affect weather around the world, leading to changes in rainfall and temperature. Understanding El Niño helps scientists predict weather events and prepare for their impacts on communities.

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