Hurricane season begins, with the first below-average forecast in a decade

The Atlantic hurricane season has officially begun, but this year is shaping up to be below average, marking the first such forecast in over ten years. Experts attribute the quieter outlook to favorable oceanic conditions and atmospheric patterns that are suppressing storm formation. This shift is crucial as it impacts everything from insurance rates to emergency preparedness planning, offering a potentially less turbulent year for coastal regions that typically bear the brunt of hurricane activity.