"When Floridians first heard about tropical storm Helene's rapid intensification in late September 2024, they initially anticipated the storm to hit as a Category 2 hurricane. However, on September 26, it made landfall near Cedar Key as a Category 4 hurricane. The storm caused widespread damage across Florida, Georgia, and the Carolinas. A state of emergency was implemented for 49 Florida counties, and people were asked to evacuate from several areas. But because the storm worsened so quickly, many people had to rush their preparation."
"Hurricane season usually begins at the beginning of June and ends at the end of November, though climate change may affect the frequency and intensity of hurricanes in the future. In 2025, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), via its Climate Prediction Center, projected a 60% chance of an above-normal hurricane season, a 30% chance of a near-normal season, and a 10% chance of a below-normal season."
"Their forecast called for 13 to 19 named storms, of which 6 to 10 were expected to become hurricanes, and 3 to 5 of those could become major hurricanes (Category 3 or higher). As of early October 2025, the season is running behind average in total numbers so far (only 9 named storms and 3 hurricanes); however, some storms have exceeded expectations in intensity (Hurricane Erin). We also have to remember that later season (Oct-Nov) usually brings more activity."
Tropical storm Helene rapidly intensified and made landfall near Cedar Key as a Category 4 hurricane on September 26, 2024, causing widespread damage across Florida, Georgia, and the Carolinas. A state of emergency was declared for 49 Florida counties and evacuations were ordered in several areas, forcing many residents to rush preparations. Hurricane season typically runs June through November, and climate change may influence future hurricane frequency and intensity. NOAA's 2025 forecast projected a 60% chance of an above-normal season, predicting 13–19 named storms, 6–10 hurricanes, and 3–5 major hurricanes. As of early October 2025, totals lagged averages but some storms exceeded intensity expectations.
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