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The 2021 Hurricane Season Wrapped

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Intensifying Storms: Climate Change and Hurricanes

This chapter investigates how climate change influences the intensity of hurricanes, highlighting the phenomenon of rapid intensification seen in storms like Hurricane Ida. It emphasizes the challenges of adapting forecasting methods to account for stronger winds and increased rainfall, while calling for a reevaluation of priorities in hurricane impact communication.

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