El Niño 69% likely strong or very strong; reservoirs still below target

NOAA estimates up to 69% probability that the current El Niño will be strong or very strong, exceeding any since 1950. Despite recent rain-induced temperature drops, reservoirs remain below target, indicating persistent drought stress. The forecast implies heightened risk of extreme weather and water scarcity in affected regions.

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