‘Super’ El Niño may be strongest since 1950. When will it peak, hit the US?

National forecasters report that the odds of this year's El Niño reaching the highest strength level, known as a super El Niño, are now over 90%, with some estimates reaching 95%. This climate phenomenon in the Pacific Ocean may be the strongest since 1950. Consequently, officials across California and other regions are bracing for impact, as the pattern is expected to bring a wet and potentially destructive winter season to the affected areas.