Author and climate scientist Bill Pekny says the 2021 hurricane season began early this year, and the forecast is to be active all season long. He explains how this compares to previous seasons, why it is the way it is…and why we shouldn’t assume hurricanes are worsening. The 2021 hurricane season is upon us again. […]
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Are Hurricanes Getting Worse?
Are Hurricanes Really Getting Worse? Author and climate scientist Bill Pekny says while recent severe storms may lead us to believe the answer is yes, the data doesn’t back this up. He explains why the way we track and measure hurricanes is so misleading. As we approach the start of the 2021 Atlantic hurricane season (June 1–November […]
Hurricane During Pandemic
By Mina Tocalini Evacuations, power outages, flooding and devastation are expected from the c and rain that wreak havoc on coastal communities during hurricane season. Managing the damages and protecting communities is further challenged by the threat of COVID-19 as the Tropical Storm Isaias’ violent path continues up the East Coast. Designated a tropical storm […]