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The Latest Breaking News from El Nino

El Nino weather pattern enters record territory: Scientist

The current El Niño is making waves as it ties for the strongest ever recorded, bringing serious consequences worldwide. With climate change intensifying its reach, global trade and natural systems are under strain.

The Economic Times · Sep 22

Worsening El Nino threatens Asia with drought, potentially raising food prices globally

All signs are pointing toward a record-breaking El Nino this year, which experts say raises the risk of droughts across Asia that may drive food prices higher across the globe

The Independent UK · Sep 22

How El Nino helped Delhi get more rain while Haryana and Punjab faced deficits

Delhi experienced a monsoon surplus, defying regional deficits this season. Shifting low-pressure systems from the Bay of Bengal influenced this unusual rainfall pattern. Westerly disturbances, persisting longer due to climate change, also contributed to the capital's bounty. These systems interacted, intensifying rains over Delhi-NCR and nearby areas. However, Haryana and…

The Economic Times · Sep 17

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Central America is running out of water and food as El Nino kills cattle and wipes out harvests

The region of Central America is grappling with a catastrophic El Niño event that has led to widespread hunger. Farmers are witnessing their crops wither away, while livestock are perishing in the parched Dry Corridor. Families are struggling with severe water shortages and soaring food prices, putting millions at risk…

The Economic Times · Sep 16

Retail inflation at 4.8 per cent highest in 12 yrs of Modi govt: Pralhad Joshi

Union Minister Pralhad Joshi acknowledged rising retail inflation, citing El Nino and natural calamities as causes. He stated efforts are underway to bring inflation under control, contrasting it with past UPA tenures. The minister also promoted the Seva Sankalp Abhiyan campaign for public input. This initiative aims to gather ideas…

The Economic Times · Sep 15

Galapagos Islands' unique animal, plants served as basis for Charles Darwin's theory of evolution, in 2026 El Nino threatens to wipe out concentration of species not found elsewhere on Earth

Charles Darwin Foundation data shows that aftermath of the 1998 El Nino — one of the most powerful and destructive cycles — only 400 of the 1,300 existing Galapagos penguins remained.

The Economic Times · Sep 12

The Atlantic’s hurricane season has gone eerily quiet as El Nino crushes storms before they form

This year's Atlantic hurricane season shows an unprecedented lack of storm activity, largely due to the strong influence of El Nino. The combination of significant wind shear and dry air is effectively preventing the birth of new tropical systems. On the other hand, the Pacific Ocean is experiencing a surge…

The Economic Times · Sep 12

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El Nino’s might brings record slow storm season. But it’s not time to relax

The biggest El Nino effect in the Atlantic is record-strong wind shear

The Independent UK · Sep 12

Before its peak, El Nino brings failed crops and empty fishing nets

El Nino is already disrupting livelihoods and weather patterns around the world as one of the strongest events in decades continues to intensify. With its peak still months away, scientists warn the powerful Pacific climate phenomenon will bring more drought and flooding into 2027, while human-caused global warming is making…

Radio France Internationale · Sep 12

How 100 days of record ocean heat is reshaping life in and around the seas

Global oceans have endured 100 consecutive days of record average heat, as human-driven climate change pushes temperatures higher and puts growing pressure on marine life. Scientists say prolonged warming is disrupting fisheries, damaging coral reefs, raising sea levels and threatening economies that depend on healthy seas.

Radio France Internationale · Sep 11

Met Office delivers El Nino forecast for UK autumn

Forecasts say one of the strongest El Nino events on record will develop

The Independent UK · Sep 11

Autumn more likely to be wetter than average bringing increased risk of floods

Forecasts have indicated that one of the strongest El Nino events on record would develop, the Met Office said.

Evening Standard · Sep 11

Panama Canal considering more cuts in transits due to El Nino

The Panama Canal might experience additional constraints on shipping traffic due to a severe drought exacerbated by a strong El Niño. Currently functioning at lower capacity, the canal is now confronted with possible new limitations as reservoir levels continue to drop.

The Economic Times · Sep 11

A hotter planet: August heat smashes climate records

Earth experienced its hottest month ever in August, surpassing climate thresholds. This extreme heat resulted from human-caused climate change and a strong El Nino. Global ocean temperatures also tied their all-time record for the warmest month. The United States recorded its hottest summer, breaking records from the Dust Bowl era.…

The Economic Times · Sep 10

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The Independent UK · Sep 10

Global heat stuck on high. Scientists say August was Earth's hottest month they've measured.

The European climate service Copernicus said the Earth just sweltered through its hottest month on record in August

The Independent UK · Sep 9

A stronger-than-normal El Nino alarms scientists over Galápagos wildlife and forests

The prediction that this season’s El Nino will be stronger than normal has alarmed the Ecuadorian scientific community

The Economic Times · Sep 8

In 1998, scientists recorded world's first mass bleaching event, years later study finds global coral cover well below normal levels as reefs at risk of irreversible decline threatening marine life, ocean livelihood, El Nino weather raises fears

With El Niño weather patterns intensifying and ocean surface temperatures reaching a record high of 21.1 degrees Celsius (69.98°F) on August 22, another bleaching event could strike the world's reefs this year, as per the report.

The Independent UK · Sep 6

How ‘mind-blowing’ El Nino will impact the UK after ‘unprecedented event’ warning

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The Economic Times · Sep 5

Nilgiris tea production hit by severe drought, El Nino conditions; green leaf supply drops sharply

Severe drought conditions in Nilgiris have drastically reduced green tea leaf supply. Tea factories are experiencing significant revenue losses and production declines. Small farmers face immense hardship due to crop failure and inadequate prices. Rainfall deficits have caused a substantial drop in tea productivity across the region. Government assistance is…

The Economic Times · Sep 4

World food prices at highest since 2022 as supply risks mount, FAO says

Global food prices reached their highest point since late 2022. Adverse weather and war disruptions are increasing concerns over staple supplies. Extreme heat and drought in Europe affected crop and livestock production. The anticipated El Nino phenomenon also fueled worries for Asian agricultural output. Escalating Black Sea attacks curtailed grain…

The Economic Times · Sep 4

Adverse weather, lower Brazil output, India's duty-free imports push global sugar prices up 11.9%: FAO

Global sugar prices rose sharply in August, driven by adverse weather and El Nino impacts. Lower production in Europe and Asia contributed to the significant price increase. India's decision to allow duty-free raw sugar imports also played a role. Other food commodity prices also saw increases during the same period.…

The Economic Times · Sep 4

El Nino to persist through February 2027: What it means for India

World Meteorological Organization says prevailing El Nino conditions could intensify into a very strong event and persist through February 2027, threatening India with weaker rainfall, higher temperatures and greater risks of drought, floods and extreme heat. With August already recording a 16% rainfall deficit and the hottest August since 1901,…

The Independent UK · Sep 4

Minister urges Britons to stock up on food and water after El Nino extreme weather warning

Forecasters predict the biggest El Nino in 1,000 years which is set to bring and wet and stormy winter to the UK

Evening Standard · Sep 4

Environment Secretary warns people to store food for weather emergencies

An unprecedented El Nino event is forecast to reach more than 3C in the coming months.

The Economic Times · Sep 4

How El Nino is choking the Panama Canal

The Panama Canal will reduce daily ship transits due to a severe drought. This El Nino phenomenon is causing significant water shortages for operations. Reduced vessel drafts will also impact cargo capacity and shipping costs. Global trade faces higher prices and longer waiting times for goods.

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