‘Super El Niño’ Threatens Philippines with Extreme Weather and Economic Shocks
A developing El Niño in the Pacific Ocean could be one of the strongest on record, raising concerns for the Philippines about severe impacts including floods, droughts, extreme heat, and crop damage. The World Meteorological Organization anticipates its peak in early 2027, warning of record-breaking temperatures amplified by climate change.
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