Super El Niño very strong: risks of storms and tornadoes in SC
Very strong El Niño increases attention to rain, storms, and possible tornadoes in Santa Catarina. Read in Gazeta do Povo.
TL;DR
- El Niño is now classified as 'very strong' by Santa Catarina's Civil Defense and Epagri/Ciram.
- Spring is expected to bring above-average rainfall and more frequent thunderstorms.
- Increased atmospheric moisture and instability may favor severe events like microbursts and tornadoes.
- October and November are highlighted as months of particular attention for high rainfall volumes.
- Excessive precipitation raises concerns for floods, flash floods, inundations, and landslides.
- Severe thunderstorms pose risks of wind damage and hail.
- The intensity of El Niño does not solely determine the severity of weather events.
- Interaction with other climatic factors, such as the Madden-Julian Oscillation, subtropical jet, and moisture transport, is crucial.
- The public should stay informed via forecasts and alerts and follow safety guidelines during storms.