June 1 marks the official start of the 2018 Atlantic Hurricane Season. There are predictions of a slightly above-average and slightly below-average season, a forecast of up to 14 named storms, seven hurricanes, and three major hurricanes; and the reality: plan for the worst, hope for the best. This spring, the hurricane forecasting team from […]
The 2017 Hurricane Season: Hello Irma, Goodbye Irene
June 1 marks the official start of the 2017 Atlantic Hurricane Season and the forecast calls for up to 17 named storms, nine hurricanes, and four major hurricanes. The season also includes the debut of Irma to the list of named storms and the retirement of Irene. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s […]