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Record-smashing El Niño points to Australian spring of drought and fire

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ABC News Australia reports that El Niño conditions could set Australia up for its hottest spring on record, despite the climate phenomenon still being months away from peak intensity. The potential for extreme heat raises concerns about severe drought and heightened fire risk across the country.

Source: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-07-31/nsw-el-nino-weathe...

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