The anticipated El Niño could lead to severe droughts in some regions and flooding in others, disrupting agriculture and water supplies. Vulnerable populations, particularly in developing countries, are at heightened risk of food insecurity and economic hardship. The event may also strain global supply chains, increasing costs for essential goods and services. While wealthier nations may have resources to mitigate these impacts, poorer countries are likely to bear the brunt of the crisis, deepening global inequalities.