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[INTERNATIONAL] · Ecuador, Macao SAR China, Panama, Bolivia, Costa Rica · 100 sources

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El Niño intensifies with 75% chance of historic strength

The El Niño phenomenon is intensifying globally, with NOAA reporting a 75% probability of it reaching historic levels of intensity, potentially surpassing records set since 1950. Projections suggest the event could remain very strong through early 2027.

In South America, the impacts are diverse. In Ecuador, the phenomenon threatens the agricultural sector, with over 73,000 hectares of crops like rice, bananas, and cocoa at risk of flooding or landslides. In Panama, excessive rainfall in Bocas del Toro is impacting producers, while a projected rainfall deficit of up to 55% in the second half of 2026 threatens to reduce traffic through the Panama Canal. In Brazil, the federal government has allocated R$ 1.335 billion for emergency response and preparation.

In Asia, the Meteorological and Geophysical Services of Macau warn that El Niño increases the risk of more intense typhoons hitting Macau and southern China. Meanwhile, in Costa Rica, the phenomenon has already reached very strong levels, with sea surface temperature anomalies exceeding 2.5°C.

Entities

Antonio Guterres · Argentina · Brazil · Copernicus Marine Service · Costa Rica · Ecuador · El Niño · Espol · IDEAM · Macau · NOAA · National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

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El Niño se fortalece en 2026 [www.hsbnoticias.com]