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El Niño expected to be 'strongest in recent history'

Earth Sciences New Zealand says the event could reach the very strong category in early September and raise flood, wildfire and landslip risks.

Summary by RNZ
Earth Sciences New Zealand says El Niño conditions this year are likely to peak "as one of the strongest in recent history", increasing the chances of strong winds and dry conditions in the eastern parts of the country, and stormy weather and potential flooding in the lower western parts of the South Island.

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RNZ broke the news in Wellington, New Zealand on Tuesday, September 1, 2026.
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