The article reports that after a relatively quiet 2025 for climate disasters in the US, a record-breaking, prolonged heat wave is hitting the West, and a strong El Niño is predicted for later this year. These combined phenomena, on top of ongoing human-caused climate change, are expected to lead to a year of unpredictable and extreme weather across the country.
Background
Climate change, driven by human activity, is increasing the frequency and intensity of extreme weather events globally. El Niño is a natural climate pattern that can significantly alter weather patterns, often leading to warmer temperatures and increased precipitation in certain regions.
- Source
- Ars Technica
- Published
- Mar 20, 2026 at 10:38 PM
- Score
- 5.0 / 10