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major hurricanes
Coverage of major hurricanes in the Nexus archive.
- El Niño Watch: Where hurricanes form and which states are most at risk during El Niño
El Niño reduces Atlantic hurricane activity, lowering U.S. hurricane strike risks overall but shifting relative risks to Louisiana and South Carolina. Florida remains the most at-risk state, while major hurricanes (Category 3+) have not landed north of Florida during El Niño years.
- Forecasters predict below-average hurricane season, advise against complacency
Forecasters predict a below-average 2023 hurricane season with 8-14 named storms, 3-6 hurricanes, and 1-3 major hurricanes, compared to typical averages of 14 storms, 7 hurricanes, and 3 major hurricanes. The National Weather Service emphasizes preparedness despite lower-than-average projections.