WSI has lowered its storm season forecast to 15 from 17 named storms, including eight hurricanes or which four are expected to be category 3 or greater.

摘要

WSI earlier forecast nine hurricanes (five intense) would form this season. While still above the 60-year average of 12 named storms, including seven hurricanes (three intense), it is in line with seasons beginning with 1995. WSI chief meteorologist Todd Crawford said the reduction reflected a more rapid weakening of the La Nina pattern than first anticipated. However, the lack of hurricanes striking the US since 2008 is bound to end, he said.