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‘Super’ El Niño may be strongest since 1950. When will it peak, hit the US?

‘Super’ El Niño may be strongest since 1950. When will it peak, hit the US?

Summary

National weather experts say there is more than a 90% chance that this year's El Niño will become a "super" El Niño, which means it will be very strong. This weather event affects global weather patterns, including in the United States.

Key Facts

  • Forecasters updated their prediction on Thursday.
  • The chance of a "super" El Niño this year is now over 90%.
  • A "super" El Niño is the strongest kind of El Niño.
  • El Niño is a weather pattern that warms the Pacific Ocean near the equator.
  • It can cause unusual weather around the world, including in the US.
  • The last strong "super" El Niño occurred in 1950 or later.
  • Experts are monitoring when it will reach its peak strength.
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