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• ExplainersEl Niño 2026 could be the strongest on record: what it means for this winter's weatherEl Nino is heading for a strong to very strong peak this winter 2026-27, possibly the strongest since 1950. What it means for rain, heat and haze worldwide.15 Oct · 5 min read