NOAA predicts very active 2022 Atlantic Hurricane Season with 21 named storms

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has predicted a very active 2022 Atlantic Hurricane Season and asked people to make preparations for the season.

NOAA forecasts 14 to 21 named storms (winds of 39 mph or higher) in 2022, with 6 to 10 of those storms becoming hurricanes (winds of 74 mph or higher), including 3 to 6 major hurricanes (category 3, 4 or 5; with winds of 111 mph or higher). These ranges are given by NOAA with a 70 percent confidence level.

The Disaster Management Coordination Agency (DMCA) is advised people and visitors that, regardless of the hurricane season prognosis, tropical storms and hurricanes can cause major damage even when they are least expected.

As a result, residents and visitors must take specific steps to safeguard their homes, families, and employees. Being hurricane resilient and ready requires early planning and understanding of your risk.

Whether the hurricane season is expected to be active or low-average, people should always be prepared.

The ongoing La Nia, which is expected to last throughout the hurricane season, warmer-than-average sea surface temperatures in the Atlantic Ocean and the Caribbean Sea, weaker tropical Atlantic trade winds, and an enhanced west African monsoon are all contributing to the increased activity expected this hurricane season.