Colorado State forecasters, who initially predicted slightly above-average hurricane activity, now expect a below-average Atlantic hurricane season.
It cited the combination of a cooler than normal tropical Atlantic and the potential for a weak El Niño developing in the next several months.
CSU continues to call for below-average Atlantic hurricane season: 12 named storms (including Alberto thru Chris), 5 #hurricanes & 1 major hurricane. Tropical Atlantic remains colder than normal. #ElNino formation also possible.http://t.co/A9JHZoaGaCpic.twitter.com/miBQxP6FoX
— Philip Klotzbach (@philklotzbach) August 2, 2018
Forecasters say that even though there could be fewer hurricanes, it only takes one making landfall to take lives and destroy property.
Experts recommend you prepare for storm season just in case a hurricane approaches.
