Super El Niño storms shatter famous New Mexico rock formation
The Guardian reported that officials are expected to investigate whether super El Niño storms in the U.S. southwest damaged the Alien Throne spires.
The Guardian reported that officials are expected to investigate whether super El Niño storms in the U.S. southwest damaged the Alien Throne spires. The undulating, gravity‑defying rock spires have been described as one of the most magical parts of the region’s landscape. After torrential rainstorms linked to the super El Niño season, at least one well‑known formation in north‑west New Mexico was found in pieces.
The damage highlights the vulnerability of iconic natural features to extreme weather events in the American southwest.
Why it matters
The collapse shows how severe El Niño‑related storms can quickly alter distinctive geological landmarks.
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- Location
- Mexico · Americas
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- The Guardian
- First reported
- Key names
- El Niño, Famous New Mexico, Alien Throne, Undulating
- Section
- Environment
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