China warns of the risk of major floods in 2027 due to El Niño

China has issued a warning about the risk of severe flooding in 2027 due to an extreme El Niño event. Key river basins, including the Yangtze, Taihu Lake, and Songhua, are particularly at risk. The Ministry of Water Resources highlighted potential local extreme rainfall and flash floods, while glacial lake overflow risks are expected to rise in the Tibetan Plateau. Some northern regions may experience less rainfall and higher temperatures. Authorities are closely monitoring the Yellow River for ice accumulation that could obstruct water flow. Previous El Niño events have led to significant flooding, prompting the ministry to implement preventive measures and enhance meteorological surveillance.