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Rare "Super El Niño" event likely to form by July

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A rare "Super El Niño" event is increasingly likely to form by the end of July, with an 82% probability according to the US Climate Prediction Center. This powerful weather phenomenon, characterized by significant warming of Pacific Ocean surface temperatures, could lead to extreme weather events such as flooding and drought across continents. The last "Super El Niño" occurred in 2015-2016, and its return is anticipated to impact global crop and energy markets, exacerbating existing economic challenges. AI

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  1. Fortune TIER_1 English(EN) · Brian K. Sullivan, Bloomberg ·

    A rare ‘super’ El Niño is looking more likely. Here’s what to expect

    Scientists expect 2027 to be one of the hottest years on record, potentially dethroning 2024, which came in 1.5C above the pre-industrial average.

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