The World Meteorological Organisation expects El Niño conditions to emerge from May, increasing the likelihood of droughts, heatwaves and further wildfire outbreaks globally.

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Over 150 million hectares burnt! Global wildfires hit record high in 2026 as extreme heat fuels climate fears