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With a strong El Niño expected in SoCal, should you consider flood insurance?
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· August 18, 2026
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Key points Previous strong El Niño events, like those in 1982 and 1997, were notable for heavy rain. A strong El Niño event is anticipated, bringing potentially extreme weather.
A strong El Niño event is anticipated, bringing potentially extreme weather. This climate pattern warms the eastern tropical Pacific, leading to significant global weather changes. Historically, such events have resulted in very wet winters.
Extreme weather patterns are expected due to El Niño's impact. Previous strong El Niño events, like those in 1982 and 1997, were notable for heavy rain.
Further details about the expected weather patterns and potential impacts are available from climate experts and research institutions.
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