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An interesting look at the start of hurricane season by Eric Berger from Ars Technica. I wonder how a stronger hurricane season in the Atlantic will disrupt launch operations. https://lnkd.in/g_ZuViv7

My thoughts in Forbes.com on the Hurricane Otis forecast bust and a key lesson going forward

Hurricane Beryl is rapidly intensifying over the warm waters of the Atlantic and expected to be a category 4. In its path the islands of St. Lucia, Barbados, and Grenada (expected to be hit directly) wiping out recent infrastructural and development gains. Grenada was devasted by hurricane Ivan in 2004. This my friends is what Small Island Developing States (SIDS) face in the era of Climate Change. A constant allocation of GDP to rebuilding damaged infrastructure instead of investing in health, education, agriculture, and other social programs. How much infrastructural hardening can SIDS implement and at what cost? The countries that have contributed the least to climate change bare the brunt of the IMPACT!!! The epitome of Climate Injustice!!

This is an important read from John Morales. Find out if your properties are in storm surge zones and how vulnerable they may be at RiskFootprint dot com.

Great article. In my opinion, improving hurricane observation capability and the models are essential to eliminating the forecasts “surprises”. We know the 2.5 hour revisit rate and increasing wind speed resolution (current sats measure a 1km scale, hurricane hunter sats measure at 100 meter scale) will help. But there is more to be done and I think there needs to be more urgency to get things done. NOAA: National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration

Here is my story for the 2023 Hurricane season. By the numbers: 20 named storms, only 3 made U.S. landfall. https://lnkd.in/eRS3KnfP

As the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season begins, coastal communities are preparing for a potentially eventful period. Check out our recent blog to explore influencing factors, predictions, and safety tips for residents and property owners.   Read full article: https://lnkd.in/gVQ7-nJ5

My morning thoughts on a looming threat for the U.S. August 1st is the ramp up for the hurricane season and a system is worth watching. Latest Forbes dot com

Brace for Impact: 2024 Hurricane Season Prep! 🌀⛈️ Don’t Wait for the Storm - Get Ready Now! As hurricane season looms closer, it’s time to gear up and get ahead of the curve. Midland's Meteorologist Bruce Jones dives into the forecast and shares crucial tips for staying safe. #HurricanePrep #StaySafe2024

Last fall, a study in the journal Scientific Reports found that Atlantic hurricanes from 2001 to 2020 were twice as likely to grow from a weaker storm into a hurricane of Category 3 or higher within 24 hours than they were from 1971 to 1990. The study added to a growing body of evidence that rapidly developing major hurricanes were becoming more likely. Why Beryl Is a Bad Sign for This Year’s Hurricane Season https://lnkd.in/evBqJuj8