WATCH: NOAA forecasts milder Atlantic hurricane season thanks to El Nino
Summary
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) expects a milder than usual Atlantic hurricane season because of a strong El Nino weather pattern. They predict fewer storms and hurricanes than average, but dangerous storms can still happen.Key Facts
- NOAA gave a 55% chance that the Atlantic hurricane season will be below average.
- They expect 8 to 14 named storms this season.
- Out of those, 3 to 6 may become hurricanes.
- Between 1 and 3 hurricanes could become very strong (major hurricanes).
- A normal season usually has 14 named storms, 7 hurricanes, and 3 major hurricanes.
- El Nino is a climate pattern that can reduce hurricane activity in the Atlantic.
- The forecast does not rule out the possibility of deadly storms.
- The information was shared during a NOAA briefing.
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