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El Nino Might Mean More Storms Near California Than the Atlantic Coast
The New York Times • • nation
Key Points:
- The Atlantic hurricane season has seen only two named storms, Arthur and Bertha, aligning with meteorologists' expectations of a quieter season.
- In contrast, the Pacific Ocean off the West Coast of North America has experienced seven named storms, including Genevieve, a Category 5 hurricane and the strongest storm in the region in nearly two years.
- National Hurricane Center experts are currently monitoring several thunderstorm clusters between Mexico and Hawaii, which have potential to develop into named storms within the next week.
- Due to El Niño, the Pacific faces an elevated risk of hurricanes this year, increasing the chance that major storms could deviate from their usual westward path and impact California, Mexico, or Hawaii.
- Officials highlight the difficulty in predicting storms that change direction, posing challenges for forecasting and preparedness efforts.
