Brutal mortality data may come from the super El Niño

A recent analysis highlights the severe impacts of the super El Niño phenomenon on global health, linking it to over 100,000 excess heat-related deaths. Researchers from ISGlobal in Barcelona found that while cold-related deaths decreased, the net effect remains detrimental, especially in less developed regions. The study, covering data from over 100 countries from 1980 to 2023, indicates that future El Niño events could exacerbate health challenges due to climate change. The current El Niño is projected to be the strongest on record, with significant effects already observed, including extreme weather patterns. Experts warn that the phenomenon could lead to even more fatalities and disasters in the coming years, with predictions of 451,000 additional deaths globally between September 2026 and February 2027.