El Niño set to bring heavy rain to York this winter

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 5 Nov, 13:25 · Archive

A global climate phenomenon expected to bring heavy rain to York this winter could impact local rivers.

El Niño, a global climate phenomenon caused by unusually warm surface temperatures in the Pacific Ocean, is expected to bring heavy and intense rain to York this winter, according to Steve Wragg, City of York Council's highways lead. The Government forecasts a significant El Niño towards the end of this year that could be the strongest on record.

The phenomenon typically increases the likelihood of extreme weather particularly in Asia, South America and parts of Africa. UK weather tends to be less directly affected, but the strength of this year's El Niño means its impact on Europe remains uncertain. Other potential effects include increased food costs due to crop damage and rising energy prices as global competition for supplies intensifies.

York has built a good network of flood defences following the floods of 2007 and 2015, Mr Wragg said. However, he noted that officials cannot eliminate flood risks entirely and will watch developments as winter approaches. Residents will be kept informed of any issues, he added.

How it is being reported

• Floods warning - El Niño set to hit York with 'intense' rainA global climate phenomenon is expected to bring heavy and intense rain to York this winter which will impact local rivers, according to a council official.Gazette & Herald (Malton) · 5 Nov, 12:30
• Floods warning - El Niño set to hit York with 'intense' rainA global climate phenomenon is expected to bring heavy and intense rain to York this winter which will impact local rivers, according to a council official.The Press (York) · 5 Nov, 12:30

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