NYT
Effects of Record-Breaking El Niño Are Happening on 3 Continents
Wednesday, August 12, 2026
El Niño conditions are currently affecting agricultural regions across Africa, Asia, and South America, with reports of reduced rainfall and crop damage. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration forecasts the phenomenon will reach peak intensity later in 2026. Specific impacts include drought conditions in East Africa, reduced monsoon precipitation in parts of South Asia, and drier conditions in agricultural areas of South America.
Original reporting: https://www.nytimes.com/2026/08/12/climate/el-nino-early-onset-effects.html