The 2026 El Niño is expected to bring widespread impacts across multiple regions. In the United States, southern areas may experience increased winter rainfall and flooding, while the northern tier could see warmer conditions. Globally, regions such as Australia, Indonesia, and southern Asia face heightened drought risks, potentially affecting agriculture and water supplies. The event may also suppress Atlantic hurricane activity while intensifying tropical cyclone activity in the central and eastern Pacific. Beyond weather, cascading effects on food security, energy demand, and public health are anticipated, with potential economic losses similar to previous extreme El Niño events.