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'Super' El Niño may be strongest since 1950. When will it peak, hit the US?
Summary by The El Paso Editorial Desk Alix Martichoux , as published by KTSM 9 News (NBC)
· August 13, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The likelihood of it reaching the highest strength level, referred to as a "super" El Niño, is now over 90%.
National forecasters have released an update regarding this year's El Niño event. The likelihood of it reaching the highest strength level, referred to as a "super" El Niño, is now over 90%. This information was made available in a recent update from national forecasters.
The update was released on Thursday, providing the latest assessment of the El Niño event. Further details about the potential impact and timing of the "super" El Niño are available from the source, including when it may peak and affect the US.
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Category: local Published: August 13, 2026 Source: KTSM 9 News (NBC) Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? National forecasters have released an update regarding this year's El Niño event. The likelihood of it reaching the highest strength level, referred to as a "super" El Niño, is now over 90%. This…
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