Why the Atlantic is calm at peak hurricane season
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Today marks the official peak of the Atlantic hurricane season, but forecasters note the basin is unusually quiet. CBS News meteorologist Rob Marciano explains why and whether the calm will continue.
Breakdown
- Despite predictions, the Atlantic is unusually calm at the peak of hurricane season.
- Atmospheric conditions like stable air, Saharan dust, and wind shear are limiting storm development. 27s
- Storm and hurricane counts are below average for this point in the season. 47s
- Meteorologists expect potential increased activity in the coming weeks. 1m 20s
- Climate change may decrease the number of storms but increase their strength. 1m 31s