Key facts
- El Nino could cause a record rise in Pacific ocean temperatures.
- Central Pacific temperatures may rise 3.8 degrees Celsius above normal.
- The event is expected to cause extreme heat, droughts, and floods globally.
- Approximately 50 million people could face increased hunger.
The El Nino weather pattern is predicted to cause a record rise in Pacific ocean temperatures, potentially reaching 3.8 degrees Celsius above normal between November and January, according to UN officials. The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) described El Nino as a 'wrecking ball' that will bring extreme heat, droughts, and floods across various regions. This natural climate pattern, which can be intensified by global warming, is expected to disrupt rainfall and put pressure on essential services, potentially leading to increased hunger for around 50 million people. Officials urged for urgent preparations to mitigate the humanitarian consequences.