NOAA predicts a below-average Atlantic hurricane season due to a strong El Niño, but warns that even one storm can cause devastation. - 55% chance of below-average season with 8-14 named storms.
- El Niño creates wind shear that disrupts storm formation. - Global damage from tropical cyclones has increased tenfold since the 1980s.
- Pacific regions face increased storm activity due to El Niño. Despite the forecast, experts caution that a single hurricane can be catastrophic, as seen with Hurricane Melissa in 2025.