El Niño Starts, Putting Preparedness Efforts in Focus
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El Niño Starts, Putting Preparedness Efforts in Focus

The arrival of El Niño has renewed global preparedness efforts as forecasters warn the climate phenomenon could strengthen into a very strong event by late 2026. Experts are urging governments and communities to use advanced forecasts to prepare for potential floods, infrastructure damage, disease outbreaks, and other climate-related impacts.
El Niño Set to Hit Within Weeks, Says WMO
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El Niño Set to Hit Within Weeks, Says WMO

The World Meteorological Organization warns that El Niño could begin between May and July, with a high likelihood of strengthening into a significant event. The climate phenomenon is expected to disrupt global weather patterns, bringing above-average rainfall to parts of East Africa, including Kenya, while increasing the risk of floods, disease outbreaks, and infrastructure strain.