The wetter conditions in Texas and Oklahoma could provide much-needed relief for drought-stricken farms, particularly for winter wheat planting. However, the increased moisture and atmospheric instability may also heighten the risk of severe storms. In the Midwest, milder winters could disrupt snow-dependent activities and agriculture, with potential early flowering of crops and increased pest activity. For Great Lakes states, warmer waters may fuel larger lake-effect snowstorms, posing additional challenges. While the impacts are not guaranteed, the intensity of this El Niño raises the likelihood of these outcomes.