EL NIÑO'S CONNECTION TO AIR QUALITY AND POLLUTION LEVELS

El Niño is a weather phenomenon that occurs every few years, characterized by warmer ocean temperatures in the Pacific.

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El Niño can have a significant impact on air quality, particularly in areas that are already prone to high levels of pollution.

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During El Niño years, there is often less rainfall in certain regions, which can lead to increased levels of dust and other particulate matter in the air.

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In addition, El Niño can cause changes in wind patterns, which can affect the transport of pollutants and lead to higher concentrations in certain areas.

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The effects of El Niño on air quality can have significant health impacts, particularly for vulnerable populations such as children, the elderly, and those with respiratory conditions.

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Understanding the relationship between El Niño and air quality is important for policymakers and public health officials in order to mitigate the negative impacts of this weather phenomenon.

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