Record-intensity El Niño linked to disruption across the Americas
Specialists say the El Niño–Southern Oscillation has matched its record intensity, while drought, wildfires, food shortages and rising water temperatures are reported across the region.
The El Niño–Southern Oscillation has equalled its record intensity this year and could yet reach record levels, according to specialists cited by France 24 International.
The weather phenomenon has been associated with drought, wildfires, food shortages and sharp rises in water temperatures across the Americas. The source does not provide measurements or identify the specialists behind the assessment.
California has declared a state of emergency over El Niño and its effects, according to the report. The source does not provide further details about the declaration or the areas affected.
The reported impacts have been felt across the Americas, although the available information does not establish that every drought, wildfire, food shortage or temperature rise was directly caused by El Niño.
A new record has not been confirmed. The assessment is that conditions have matched the previous record and could rise further.
