Forecasters Predict 'Extremely Active' Atlantic Hurricane Season Due to Record Ocean Temperatures

Takeaways:

• Colorado State University forecasters predict an "extremely active" Atlantic hurricane season for 2024, with 11 hurricanes and 23 named storms.

• The forecast includes five major hurricanes of categories 3-5, with winds exceeding 111 miles per hour.

• This prediction surpasses the previous highest April forecast, which was for nine hurricanes.

• Record-breaking ocean temperatures, which fuel hurricane strength, and the potential for La Niña are cited as contributing factors.

• The 2024 hurricane activity is expected to be about 170% of the average season from 1991 to 2020, with climate change playing a role in intensifying hurricanes.

References:

[1] ‘Extremely active’ Atlantic hurricane season forecast for 2024. Link

[2] Forecasters warn of ‘extremely active’ hurricane season. Link

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