El Nino is expected ‘to break records’: top expert

Forecast models are pointing to an “extreme” event, said Stockdale, an El Nino expert

“I think it’s absolutely true to say we’ve never had a forecast of an El Nino that was so strong and so consistent”

July 07, 2026 17:20

PARIS: The current El Nino weather phenomenon is expected to break records for its overall strength, a top expert said Tuesday, raising concerns about droughts, floods and other extremes linked to the event.