2007 Atlantic Hurricane Season - Above Average Activity Projected
Meteorologists are pointing to an above average hurricane Season. Many of the climatological patterns currently occurring or projected for this hurricane season are similar to those of the 1930s through the 1950s, which was a period marked by frenzied hurricane activity. 13-15 storms are predicted this season, with three being a category three or higher. The reason for the overactivity is the occurrence of a weak La Nina - a formation of cooler-than-normal Pacific waters - in the wake of an El Niño at the end of last. The North Atlantic is also in a forecasted Pacific, and diminished dry air over the tropical Atlantic will also play into a big factor. All eyes are on the Florida coastline.