Super-sized El Niño could cause more than 450,000 heat deaths by February, study suggests
- Posted on September 23, 2026
- By CNN
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In brief
A comprehensive climate study reveals alarming projections that an intensifying El Niño phenomenon could trigger over 450,000 heat-related fatalities globally by February. This research underscores the devastating intersection of climate patterns and human vulnerability, particularly affecting vulnerable populations in developing nations. The findings highlight urgent needs for enhanced heat preparedness strategies, improved public health infrastructure, and accelerated climate adaptation measures to mitigate catastrophic mortality outcomes.
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Super-sized El Niño could cause more than 450,000 heat deaths by February, study suggests
Nearly half a million people across the world could lose their lives by February due to El Niño-driven extreme heat, according to a sobering new report.
