1 min readBy Yasmine Jacobs
Why El Niño can bring drought, floods and unusual weather across the globe
Cabinet is preparing for the possible impact of an El Niño event in 2026-27, warning of pressure on water security, agriculture, drought preparedness and food supplies.
By Yasmine JacobsSouth Africa
El Niño shifts Pacific Ocean heat and atmospheric circulation, changing the odds of drought, flooding and extreme weather in different parts of the world.
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- 24 words · 1 min read
- Published
- October 6, 2026
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- Yasmine Jacobs
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- IOL