Since July 15, Chile has been hit by strong storms causing floods, the first signs of the 2026 El Niño climate phenomenon settling in. Uruguay and Brazil are also experiencing intense rainfall, highlighting the devastating impact of El Niño on the region.
The Effects of El Niño in South America
El Niño is a natural climate phenomenon that occurs when the waters of the Pacific Ocean become unusually warm. This can lead to intense rainfall and flooding in certain regions, as is currently the case in South America. Satellite data and predictive models from the ECMWF indicate that the intensity of rainfall is expected to continue increasing in the coming weeks.
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