El Niño's effects are being felt globally. In Southern Africa, below-normal rainfall threatens maize production and regional cereal supplies, while the Greater Horn of Africa faces potential floods and crop losses due to heavy rainfall. The Atlantic hurricane season has seen an unprecedented lull, attributed to El Niño's increased wind shear. Meanwhile, Europe has experienced extreme heat and water shortages, disrupting critical infrastructure like the Danube River. These disruptions highlight the far-reaching economic and environmental risks posed by a strong El Niño.