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US science agency NOAA has warned that the coming Atlantic hurricane season is expected to be busier than usual, just as cuts to American research are raising fears about the ability to track and prepare for these often deadly storms.
Between six and 10 hurricanes are forecast for the Atlantic between June and November, compared with the typical seven.
Warmer sea temperatures – made more likely by climate change - and generally favourable atmospheric conditions, are behind the forecast.
Several scientists have reported that widespread firings by President Donald Trump's administration of government researchers, could endanger efforts to monitor hurricanes and predict where they might hit.
In total NOAA expects between 13 and 19 named tropical storms. Of these, between six and 10 could become hurricanes, including three to five major ones – meaning they reach category three or above.
Busy hurricane season expected as forecasters fear Trump cuts. (2025, May 22). BBC Breaking News, World News, US News, Sports, Business, Innovation, Climate, Culture, Travel, Video & Audio. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cp855prygj1o