Strong El Niño could bring severe weather to South Africa
Weather experts say a likely El Niño could increase the risk of drought, heatwaves and severe thunderstorms across South Africa.
According to the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO), the unusually warm ocean waters in the tropical Pacific have fuelled El Nino conditions, increasing the risk of extreme weather over the coming months.
WMO secretary-general Celeste Saulo said SA will need to prepare for a potentially strong El Niño event – which will exacerbate drought and heavy rainfall and increase the risk of heatwaves, both on land and in the ocean.
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