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Sabíamos que El Niño sería intenso este año. Pero podría terminar siendo incluso peor de lo previsto
By CNN Newsource at KVIA ABC-7
· July 6, 2026
· 5 min read
Por Andrew Freedman, CNN
Los científicos llevan meses vigilando de cerca el océano Pacífico tropical, anticipando la aparición de un El Niño intenso, un fenómeno conocido como “Súper El Niño”, que se encontaría entre los más fuertes jamás registrados. Ahora parece que este El Niño podría establ...
Key takeaway Algunos modelos informáticos predicen que este fenómeno de El Niño podría ser más intenso que cualquier otro evento desde al menos 1950.
Why this matters in The El Paso
El Paso residents should be prepared for potential extreme weather events as the intense El Niño phenomenon is expected to bring significant changes to global climate patterns. The city's location in a region prone to droughts and flash flooding makes it vulnerable to the effects of El Niño, which could lead to heavy rainfall and subsequent flooding in some areas. Additionally, the agricultural industry in El Paso County, which includes farming and ranching, may be impacted by the changes in weather patterns, potentially affecting crop yields and livestock. The city's water management systems and emergency services should be on high alert to respond to any potential disasters. Furthermore, the economic implications of El Niño on the local agricultural industry and water resources should be closely monitored by city officials to mitigate any adverse effects on the community.
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Published: July 6, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 5 min
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What is this story about? Por Andrew Freedman, CNN
Los científicos llevan meses vigilando de cerca el océano Pacífico tropical, anticipando la aparición de un El Niño intenso, un fenómeno conocido como “Súper El Niño”, que se encontaría entre los más fuertes jamás registrados. Ahora parece que este El Niño podría establ...
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