The Guardian Australia ·general ·2 hours ago

Bureau of Meteorology declares strong El Niño raises heat and bushfire risks

The Bureau of Meteorology declared a strong El Niño is underway in the tropical Pacific, warning it could amplify heat and bushfire risks in Australia. The bureau noted rising ocean temperatures and changing weather patterns, linking El Niño to extreme weather conditions globally. Experts emphasize that this phenomenon, coupled with climate change, poses escalating threats to the environment and agriculture.

Summary by OZbrief · The Guardian Australia

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