WMO warns of potential El Nino event arrival

The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) has issued a warning regarding an 80 percent probability of an El Nino climate event occurring between June and August. This natural phenomenon, characterized by warming surface waters in the equatorial Pacific, is expected to reach at least moderate intensity. Projections indicate a 90 percent likelihood that the event will persist until at least November. Secretary-General Celeste Saulo warned that this episode could exacerbate global drought conditions, increase heavy rainfall, and heighten the risk of heatwaves on land and in the oceans. El Nino occurs irregularly, typically every two to ten years, and significantly alters global atmospheric circulation. These climate shifts impact temperature and precipitation patterns worldwide. Scientists emphasize that preparations should be made to mitigate the potential effects of this potentially strong event. The phenomenon is distinct from its counterpart, La Nina, and involves complex interactions within the equatorial Pacific.