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Record in the tropics: Latest since a hurricane formed in Atlantic basin
19+ min ago (237+ words) There have been 5 tropical storms. The 2026 Atlantic hurricane season has set a record. This is the latest since the satellite era of 1966; there hasn't been a hurricane in the basin. There have been five named storms — all tropical storms: Arthur,…...
Flash flooding devastates Washington area residents again
4+ hour, 32+ min ago (408+ words) Flash flooding in Washington County has caused widespread damage to homes, vehicles, and businesses, as residents continue to deal with the aftermath of a summer plagued by severe weather. Ronald Komo, who was working during the rain, returned to find…...
Atlantic goes without a hurricane through Sept. 12, breaking 60-year record
6+ hour, 28+ min ago (334+ words) The Atlantic has never gone this late without a hurricane since modern satellite tracking began in 1966. Published Sep 10, 2026 8:24 AM EDT | Updated Sep 12, 2026 8:34 PM EDT Bernie Rayno breaks down the latest on the tropics, including a record that may be broken…...
Where have all the Atlantic hurricanes gone? El Nino might bring record slow storm season
15+ hour, 43+ min ago (701+ words) The Atlantic is quiet — record quiet — this hurricane season thanks to an enormous El Nino that crushes storms before they get going. No Atlantic hurricanes have formed yet this year and none are likely to form for at least another…...
El Niño creates record-low Atlantic hurricane season - AOL
23+ hour, 7+ min ago (609+ words) The Atlantic is quiet — record quiet — this hurricane season thanks to an enormous El Niño that crushes storms before they get going. People shouldn't let down their guard because it just takes one storm, even during an El Niño, to…...
El Nino keeps Atlantic hurricane season historically calm - AOL
22+ hour, 12+ min ago (730+ words) The Atlantic is quiet — record quiet — this hurricane season thanks to an enormous El Nino that crushes storms before they get going. No Atlantic hurricanes have formed yet this year and none are likely to form for at least another…...
From Hawaii to Halifax, why is this hurricane season so bizarre?
7+ hour, 13+ min ago (683+ words) The Atlantic basin is completely quiet at the peak of hurricane season as Hawaii faces one unusual tropical threat after another Hawaii can’t catch a break this year. Three tropical systems brought destructive winds and flooding to the Pacific islands…...
There could be no Atlantic hurricanes this year – but there’s a catch
7+ hour, 57+ min ago (434+ words) The last time there were no hurricanes during the Atlantic season was before the satellite era Forecasters say it’s possible that the U.S. may not see any Atlantic hurricanes this season, potentially breaking a century-old record. The last time that…...
Where have all the Atlantic hurricanes gone? El Nino brings record slow season
14+ hour, 55+ min ago (687+ words) (ABC) — The Atlantic is quiet — record quiet — this hurricane season thanks to an enormous El Nino that crushes storms before they get going. No Atlantic hurricanes have formed yet this year and none are likely to form for at least…...
EPA awards Georgia $499.4 million to boost water systems after Hurricane Helene
2+ day, 1+ hour ago (232+ words) Georgia will receive nearly $500 million in federal funding to help communities hit by Hurricane Helene, Gov. Brian P. Kemp announced Thursday. The funding will strengthen drinking water and wastewater systems and help agencies better respond to water-related emergencies. The U.S. Environmental Protection…...