The predicted El Niño is a worry, but it doesn’t guarantee the record-breaking heat we’re seeing in parts of the Northern Hemisphere.

  • Extreme weather events seen globally highlight risks Australia also faces from climate change.

  • La Niña typically brings above average rainfall to Australia, but uncertainties exist on how climate change will impact ENSO.

  • Recent Australian floods show no region immune from climate change impacts.

  • Connections between Arctic changes and Australia’s weather patterns being researched.

  • Events globally and in Australia show urgent need to reduce emissions and adapt to climate change.