NOAA Warns of Heightened Atlantic Hurricane Season
Recently, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) of the United States raised concerns about the upcoming Atlantic hurricane season, citing exceptionally warm ocean temperatures and delayed El Nino effects as potential drivers of increased storm activity.
- NOAA has increased its prediction for an above-normal hurricane season from 30% in May to 60% now.
- The chance for a normal hurricane season has decreased to 25%.
- Major hurricanes with winds exceeding 110 mph are expected to be between two to five, one more than earlier forecasts (normal: three).
- The Accumulated Cyclone Energy measurement, which assesses storm strength and duration, is ....
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