EL NIÑO AND EXTREME WEATHER EVENTS

El Niño is a climate pattern that occurs every few years in the Pacific Ocean.

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During an El Niño event, the ocean's surface temperature becomes warmer than usual, which can cause changes in weather patterns around the world.

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El Niño can cause extreme weather events such as droughts, floods, and hurricanes.

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The severity and frequency of El Niño events may be increasing due to global warming.

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Scientists are studying El Niño to better understand its effects on the climate and to improve predictions of natural disasters.

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Understanding the relationship between El Niño and extreme weather events is important for preparing for and mitigating the impacts of these events.

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