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World Meteorological Organization
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WMO warns El Niño could become one of strongest ever as 2027 extreme-weather risks surge
The World Meteorological Organization says El Niño is strengthening toward a very strong event and is almost certain to persist through February 2027, raising the probability of major rainfall shifts, drought, flooding and extreme heat across multiple regions.
Strong El Niño intensifies from August as global heat and India monsoon risks rise
A strong El Niño is intensifying as India faces weaker monsoon rain and the world braces for sharper heat, drought, floods and food price shocks globally.
France records 1,000 excess deaths as Europe’s record heatwave shifts east
France has recorded 1,000 provisional excess deaths as Europe’s record heatwave strains hospitals, power grids, railways and water supplies.
Rare Middle East storm to bring tornadoes, floods and haboobs as armed conflict grips region
A rare severe storm threatens tornadoes, flooding and haboobs across Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar and Iran as armed conflict continues across the Middle East.
Eiffel Tower closes early as Europe hits record heat: Can landmarks withstand rising temperatures?
As the Eiffel Tower shuts early in 101°F heat, Europe braces for more records. Find out how cities and landmarks are adapting to the continent’s new summer norm.