El Niño brings extreme heat and bushfire risk

An El Niño weather event is approaching Australia, bringing hotter and drier conditions that will increase the risk of bushfires and drought. The phenomenon occurs when water temperatures rise in the eastern Pacific Ocean, shifting away from Australia and reducing trade winds along the east coast. The weather pattern is currently in its transition phase during winter and spring, potentially lasting several years and bringing prolonged dry conditions, fewer cyclones, delayed wet seasons in the north, and challenging conditions for farmers across the country.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.