Besides producing economic losses to the tune of US$15 billion, Hurricane Otis went from a tropical storm to a Category 5 hurricane in just 12 hours, suggesting changing storm dynamics.
The U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration predicts an above-average Atlantic hurricane season in 2024, with 17-25 named storms, potentially with eight to 13 becoming hurricanes.
High Atlantic Ocean temperatures and other factors are aligning to create conditions for the perfect storm, increasing the likelihood of hurricanes forming during the upcoming season.
Katharine Hayhoe notes that Atlantic Ocean temperatures and reduced trade winds contribute to storm intensity, emphasizing the importance of these factors in predicting hurricane formation.
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