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Warning against complacency in the face of El Niño's potential impacts

Published August 1, 2026 at 6:02 AM UTC

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While proactive measures are essential, it is equally important to caution against complacency in the face of the current El Niño event. The Bureau of Meteorology's declaration of a record-breaking El Niño, with sea surface temperatures in the equatorial Pacific projected to be 1-2 degrees Celsius above average, underscores the need for heightened vigilance and adaptability.