Raquel Nunes

“the estimate of 451,000 deaths is plausible as a modeling exercise, but it should not be viewed as a definitive prediction. Its value lies in highlighting the potentially severe consequences of El Niño-driven extreme heat and the urgent need for preparedness.”

Raquel Nunes · said date not stated · reported 2026-09-23

Nunes, who was not involved in the report, said the death estimate is plausible as a modeling exercise but should not be viewed as a definitive prediction.