2024 Hurricane Season Forecast: Record-Breaking Activity Predicted

Colorado State University's first outlook for the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season predicts it could be one of the most active on record, with 23 storms, 11 hurricanes, and five reaching Category 3 status or stronger. This forecast is attributed to the record-warm Atlantic Ocean and the expected transition from El Niño to La Niña, which typically enhances storm activity. The outlook suggests a higher probability of major hurricanes making landfall along the continental United States coastline and in the Caribbean, urging preparedness for potential impacts.