- NOAA confirmed the arrival of El Niño, which is expected to affect regional weather patterns.
- NOAA and scientists are discussing the complexity and intensity of the El Nino cycle.
The capital city of the island territory, Puerto Rico, issues a climate outlook regarding El Niño, noting strengthening patterns suppressing tropical waves.
14 reports, 3 independent
Updated Aug 14
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What happened
The capital city of the island territory, Puerto Rico, issues a climate outlook regarding El Niño, noting strengthening patterns suppressing tropical waves.
Who's involved
What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- The National Weather Service predicts a milder hurricane season ahead as drought grips the territory, causing water shortages in Puerto Rico.Sub-event
Puerto Rico issues a climate outlook based on NOAA findings regarding El Niño and tropical wave patterns.1 source
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The entities involved
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Puerto Rico
unincorporated territory of the United States of America
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San Juan
capital of Puerto Rico
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National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
agency in the United States Federal Government
- El Nino
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