Brace yourselves, folks! The National Meteorological Service of Mexico has just rolled out its predictions for the 2024 hurricane season, and it looks like the Eastern Pacific—yep, that includes us—is in for a bumpy ride. According to the forecast, we’re expecting between 15 and 18 storms this year. Here’s the breakdown: about 8 to 9 of these will be tropical storms, while 4 to 5 could escalate into category 1 or 2 hurricanes. Even more intense, we might see 3 to 4 major hurricanes reaching categories 3, 4, or 5.
The shift from the “El Niño” to the “La Niña” phenomenon around mid-June is likely to heat things up, increasing sea water temperatures, particularly in the Atlantic. This could fuel more severe storms. Beyond the winds and waves, remember the real threat often comes from the heavy rains, which can flood our arroyos and wreak havoc. Time to dust off those emergency plans and get ready. Consider this your official heads up!
