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UN warns supersized El Niño could worsen global floods, droughts
Modeling cited by the UN points to risks of extreme heat, floods and droughts persisting through February 2027.
The UN is warning that a supersized El Niño could raise the odds of severe extreme weather worldwide, with potential knock-on effects for global economic activity and financial markets, according to CNBC Economy.
Latest modeling referenced in the warning suggests elevated risks of flooding, drought and extreme heat will continue through February 2027.
The UN characterization implies longer-than-usual disruption risks across climate-sensitive sectors, as multiple types of extreme weather are projected to persist over that period, CNBC Economy said.