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El Niño Intensifies Storms and Flooding in the Southwest
- El Niño is a natural warming cycle that is intensifying storms in the Southwest.
- Heavy rains and flash floods are occurring across the region due to El Niño.
- Experts describe the current El Niño as 'super duper', indicating its significant impact.
- The phenomenon is leaking moisture into the air, fueling passing storms and causing flooding.
- The Southwest is experiencing severe weather conditions, including golf-ball sized hail.
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El Niño Storms Hit Southwest
El Niño storms bring flooding and golf-ball hail to the US Southwest.
El Niño's Impact on Southwest Weather
Experts discuss how a 'super duper' El Niño is intensifying heavy rains and flash floods.
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El Niño's Role in Southwest Flooding
A natural warming cycle is warming Pacific Ocean waters, contributing to heavier storms.
Articles (4)
PBS NewsHour·
Is El Niño making storms and flash floods in the Southwest worse?
WCVB Boston·
Is El Niño making storms and flash floods in the Southwest worse?
ABC News·
Is El Niño making storms and flash floods in the Southwest worse?
Bloomberg·
El Niño Storms Bring Flooding and Golf-Ball Hail to US Southwest