Australia's weather bureau has confirmed an El Nino event is active. Atmospheric signs point to a strong to very strong El Nino. This phenomenon involves warming sea surface temperatures in the Pacific Ocean. A similar event in 2015-2016 caused widespread drought and reduced crop yields in Asia. The current forecast suggests significant impacts.

Australia's weather bureau has confirmed an El Nino event is active. Atmospheric signs point to a strong to very strong El Nino. This phenomenon involves warming sea surface…

Australia's weather bureau warns of a strong El Nino, threatening agricultural production amid rising risks for farmers.