UN sounds alarm over high-intensity El Niño phenomenon affecting global weather

The United Nations has issued a serious warning over El Niño, which is appearing this year with exceptionally high intensity and is already affecting weather conditions across the planet. For Europe, the data point to an increased likelihood of extreme weather events, with scientists warning that the effects will be felt in temperatures, rainfall and storms.

According to the World Meteorological Organization (WMO), El Niño conditions have developed in the tropical Pacific Ocean, and the...