NewsTimes of San DiegoAugust 25, 2026San Diego
Scientists monitor 'Super' El Niño potential for San Diego as city prepares for storm risks
Researchers at Scripps Institution of Oceanography are tracking a strong El Niño event that could bring intense winter storms, coastal flooding, and erosion to San Diego. While the phenomenon is currently measuring 3.6 degrees Fahrenheit above average in the tropical Pacific, scientists emphasize that its exact impact on local rainfall remains uncertain.
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Residents in flood-prone areas like Chollas Valley and Sorrento Valley face potential risks to property and infrastructure, prompting city officials to coordinate emergency response plans and urge public preparedness.
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Who's Mentioned
organizationFEMA“Federal agency identifying flood risk zones.”personArt Miller“Researcher at Scripps.”personShang-Ping Xie“Professor of climate sciences at Scripps.”personDan Cayan“Climate researcher at Scripps.”organizationUC San Diego“Parent institution of Scripps.”organizationNOAA“Federal agency reporting sea surface temperatures.”organizationScripps Institution of Oceanography“Research institution monitoring El Niño patterns.”personAdam Young“Coastal geologist at Scripps.”locationSan Diego“City preparing for potential storm impacts.”