The anticipated 'super' El Niño poses risks of severe weather globally. Southern California may face above-average rainfall, increasing the likelihood of flash floods and landslides. Coastal regions could experience high-tide flooding and coastal erosion, as seen during past strong El Niño events. Globally, the pattern may bring drought to Australia and northern South America, while increasing rainfall in eastern Africa. Marine ecosystems are also at risk due to prolonged marine heatwaves. These impacts are compounded by ongoing global warming, which could amplify the severity of heat waves and extreme weather.