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WMO warns strengthening El Nino raises extreme-weather risk
What happened
The World Meteorological Organization said El Nino conditions have developed in the tropical Pacific and are expected to strengthen quickly during July through September.
Why it matters
The alert matters for preparedness because a stronger El Nino can shift heat, drought, heavy rain, agriculture, health, and disaster risks across many regions at once.
What to watch
- Further verified reporting or data from World Meteorological Organization and other primary sources.
- How this develops in Global, especially around El Nino, Extreme Weather, Early Warning.
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