Forecasters Predict Below-Average Hurricane Season, Advise Against Complacency
Forecasters are predicting a below-average hurricane season due to an expected El Niño. However, they emphasize the importance of preparedness despite the forecast. Residents in hurricane-prone areas are advised not to become complacent.
- ▪Forecasters predict a below-average hurricane season this year.
- ▪An expected El Niño is likely to reduce hurricane activity in the Atlantic.
- ▪Experts stress the need for preparedness in case of unexpected storms.
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Science Forecasters Predict Below-Average Hurricane Season, Advise Against Complacency The forecasters said an expected El Niño was poised to temper hurricane activity in the Atlantic, but they urged preparedness. <img width="150" height="150" src="https://insideclimatenews.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/20201009_WMFE_0184-Edit-150x150.jpg" class="attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail" alt="Amy Green" decoding="async" srcset="https://insideclimatenews.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/20201009_WMFE_0184-Edit-150x150.jpg 150w, https://insideclimatenews.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/20201009_WMFE_0184-Edit-64x64.jpg 64w, https://insideclimatenews.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/20201009_WMFE_0184-Edit-300x300.jpg 300w,…
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