NOAA Updates Hurricane Season Outlook to “Above Normal” Status, Emphasizes Preparedness

Earlier this year, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and its Climate Prediction Center, a division of the National Weather Service, projected a “near-normal” Atlantic Hurricane Season for 2023. Given recent tropical activity and abnormally warm ocean waters, the agency has updated its outlook to “above-normal” status. While it is not unusual for NOAA to change its prediction as the season goes on, it is still reason for concern for those who live or work in areas potentially at risk from tropical weather events. Prepare