El Nino Sparks Extreme Weather Fears as It Arrives Early and Strong.
The El Nino climate phenomenon has returned after three years and is expected to cause extreme weather patterns, including above average temperatures, heavy rainfall, and droughts. The United States National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) warns that El Nino could lead to new temperature records, particularly in areas that already experience above-average temperatures during El Nino. A study published in the journal Science predicts that this year's El Nino could cause global economic losses of $3 trillion as extreme weather decimates farm production, manufacturing, and helps spread disease. Governments such as Peru and the Philippines have set aside funds to deal with El Nino's impacts and climate change.