Meteorologists say that this El Niño may be the most severe in history. Previous instances of the climate phenomenon have caused billions in damage.

El Nino is strengthening, threatening drought, floods and record heat. Discover how the 2026 event could reshape global weather and push temperatures higher.

As the Met Office warn the El Nino event developing over the Pacific is shaping up to be the strongest in living memory, we look at the stark impact it has on the world's weather