El Niño Could Bring Historic Rain | Fresno News

Scientists are sounding the alarm as early signs point to a potentially powerful El Niño this winter, mirroring the historic 1997-98 event that dumped record rainfall on California. Current ocean temperature patterns suggest warm waters are clustering near South America — a classic Eastern Pacific El Niño signature — which historically means heavy rain for the West Coast. Unlike the drier 2015-16 El Niño, which had warmth spread farther west, the current setup is trending toward a wetter outcome. While forecasts aren’t set in stone, the trajectory so far is cause for cautious optimism — or at least, preparedness — for a soaking winter ahead. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/d8d679428428c2d1