The 2026 El Niño has tied the record for the strongest day ever measured, and forecasters say it could become the strongest El Niño on record. It's already bringing flooding rain to Florida and the Gulf Coast. So what does it mean for your winter 2026-2027 forecast? In this video, we look at the jet stream, the ocean pattern that makes this El Niño different, where a major snowstorm or ice storm could hit, and how to prepare.

Forecasts come from NOAA's Climate Prediction Center and other trusted sources. Always check your local National Weather Service office for updates.

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