Researchers Warn El Niño May Cause 451,000 Extra Deaths
Researchers at the University of Chicago have warned that this year's strong El Niño phenomenon will lead to an increase in heat-related deaths, potentially resulting in approximately 451,000 additional fatalities worldwide between June 2026 and February 2027. The report indicates that the number of days with extreme heat could rise by 44% compared to usual levels, with Nigeria expected to be the most affected, with nearly 31,400 heat-related deaths, followed by Indonesia with 19,300. The laboratory's report serves as a warning that this year's El Niño signals a future in which high temperatures may become the norm. It calls for intensified emergency response efforts in the most vulnerable regions to reduce heat-related mortality.
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