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California Declares El Niño Emergency
22 Sep
Summary
- Governor declared El Niño state of emergency to aid response.
- El Niño poses threat of powerful storms and coastal flooding.
- This year's El Niño may be strongest on record.
California's governor has proclaimed a state of emergency in anticipation of a damaging El Niño event. This proactive measure is designed to equip state agencies with necessary resources and pre-position crucial flood-fighting supplies. The declaration also ensures the California National Guard is ready to assist with flood response, search-and-rescue, and logistical support.
El Niño, a recurring weather pattern in the tropical Pacific, is linked to increased storm activity and higher tides. Scientists indicate that this year's El Niño has a significant chance of becoming one of the strongest on record. Human-induced climate change can exacerbate El Niño's effects, potentially leading to more extreme rainfall.
