Super El Niño projected to push global temps 1.52°C above pre-industrial in 2026

A Super El Niño event is forecast to drive global average temperatures to 1.52°C above pre-industrial levels in 2026, potentially crossing a critical climate threshold. The projection is based on accumulated ocean heat, but the exact timing and magnitude remain uncertain. This would mark a significant acceleration of warming, with major implications for extreme weather and climate policy.

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