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A record-strong El Nino is expected to bring more extreme weather events to the Southeast U.S., including Florida, with heavy rainfall causing significant flooding. Weather experts believe this could be a prelude to a winter with increased precipitation. The recent flooding in Florida, with rainfall exceeding a 1-in 1,000-year event, was completely unforecasted. El Nino, which is already the strongest on record, could lead to a wetter and cooler winter for Florida, with an increased risk of tornadoes. Meanwhile, the Southwest U.S. has also experienced extreme weather, with a ferocious storm causing at least four deaths and overwhelming infrastructure. The increased atmospheric moisture due to El Nino is expected to bring more precipitation to the southern U.S., potentially easing drought conditions.
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