El Niño forecast to become strongest in 40 years, raising flood risk in Argentina

Forecasts indicate El Niño could intensify into the most powerful event in four decades this spring, with above-normal rainfall expected across much of Argentina, particularly along the Litoral region, heightening flood and river overflow risks. The projection is based on meteorological models, but the exact intensity and regional impacts remain uncertain. This raises concerns for agriculture, infrastructure, and disaster preparedness in affected areas.