El Nino powers up as forecasters predict historic strength and a rainier winter for the US South

NOAA forecasters predict El Niño will reach historically strong levels this year, which is expected to bring a rainier winter to the US South, including the Louisiana region. This natural weather pattern acts as a heat-releasing thermostat that spikes global temperatures and is intensifying as we head into the winter season. South Louisiana residents should prepare for increased rainfall as this powerful El Niño system develops.