Unprecedented Hurricane Activity
The , characterized by 18 named storms and 11 hurricanes, including two Category 5 storms, surpassed the average with 11 hurricanes compared to the typical seven.
made history as the first Category 4 hurricane in June, and became the deadliest since Katrina, highlighting the season's unusual intensity and timing.
Climate Change and Future Implications
Experts link the season's extreme storms to climate change, noting that ocean warming from greenhouse gases has made such intense hurricanes more likely.
The devastation, including over $48.8 billion in damages from Helene alone, underscores the urgent need for enhanced climate action and disaster preparedness.