tropical Pacific

The 2023-24 El Niño is described as record-shattering, with analysis of its wide-ranging effects on global temperatures, weather patterns and ecosystems. The event has driven exceptional ocean warming in the tropical Pacific, contributing to record global heat, shifts in rainfall, droughts and flooding in various regions, and stress on fisheries and agriculture. Commentators are weighing how much of the recent temperature surge should be attributed to El Niño versus longer-term climate change.

Tropical Storm Rachel is being tracked on live weather maps as it moves across the Pacific. Forecasters are monitoring its projected path and wind strength, with updates issued as new data comes in. Residents in potentially affected coastal areas are watching closely for warnings about rainfall, strong winds and possible storm surge.