El Niño's Rise Could Fuel Pacific Hurricanes While Suppressing Atlantic Storms in 2026
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A developing El Niño is expected to boost the Eastern Pacific hurricane season in 2026 due to warmer waters and reduced vertical wind shear, while the Atlantic may see fewer storms because of cooler waters and more wind shear, though activity won’t vanish. The East Pacific season begins May 15, with names Amanda, Boris, Cristina and Douglas, and forecasters will monitor outlooks; past events like 2023's Hilary and 2025's Kiko illustrate how El Niño and La Niña patterns influence storms.
Topics:nation#atlantic-hurricane-activity#eastern-pacific#el-nino#hurricane-season-2026#science#wind-shear
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