No Atlantic hurricanes by Sept. 12 breaks a 60-year record
The Atlantic basin has set a new record for the latest first hurricane of the season, with no hurricane forming by September 12 since modern satellite tracking began in 1966. This breaks a 60-year record, highlighting an unusual start to the peak hurricane season.
Why it matters
This record-breaking delay in hurricane formation could have implications for weather patterns, climate change discussions, and preparedness efforts in coastal regions, potentially indicating shifts in typical seasonal weather events.
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