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NOAA Predicts Below-Average Atlantic Hurricane Season for 2026
The NOAA forecasts a low hurricane season for the Atlantic, with a 55% chance of below-normal activity. Colorado State University supports this outlook, predicting only 9 named storms and 4 hurricanes, including just 1 major hurricane.
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Major Atlantic hurricane landfall odds 'well below-average' this season
Major Atlantic hurricane landfall odds 'well below-average' this season
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