The National Institute of Meteorology and Hydrology (Inameh) predicts that the effects of the El Niño natural phenomenon will intensify at the end of the year.
"All models, both statistical and dynamic, indicate that the El Niño phenomenon will continue to intensify, but that there will be a peak of intensification towards the last quarter, that is, October, November and December," said Brigadier General Reidy Zambrano, president of Inameh, during an interview with VTV.
Zambrano specified that the effects will extend until February 2027, due to the temperature anomalies reflected in the Equatorial Pacific Ocean.
The head of the Meteorological Institute pointed out that the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) predicts that the effects of the El Niño phenomenon will exceed by 75% the historical records of climatic phenomena that have occurred since 1950.
Tropical Wave No. 49
Regarding the movement of tropical waves, Zambrano explained that they "originate off the coast of Africa, travel across the tropical Atlantic until they reach our country. We made a forecast of between 51 and 57 waves; we already have the 48th in the center of our country and the 49th formed."
He explained that the displacement could become evident within 48 hours. "Some of these waves increase or decrease. Not all waves have the same impact. It will depend on the conditions," clarified the president of Inameh.
He also said that they are constantly monitoring weather conditions.
"From the Institute, we provide guidance and support to all levels of government to mitigate the risks that these phenomena may cause for our country," he emphasized.
He urged the population to make rational use of electricity and water while reiterating that the El Niño phenomenon is here to stay.
"That is why we, in a reflective manner, must insist every day on this climate awareness. It also has to be here to stay," Zambrano stated.
