Beryl signals a "hyperactive" 2024 hurricane season, new forecast says
Colorado State University added two named storms and a major hurricane to its outlook for the 2024 season.
Atlantic Hurricane Season
Cleanup begins in Texas after Storm Beryl
Hurricane Beryl made its third landfall in as many days Monday morning, this time in Texas. The storm system struck the Lone Star State as a Category 1 hurricane around 4 a.m. and was downgraded to a tropical storm roughly five hours later. CBS News correspondent Omar Villafranca has the latest from Galveston.
Hurricane Beryl bears down on Jamaica
Jamaica's prime minister has declared the island a disaster zone for the next seven days as Hurricane Beryl blows through. Tom Hanson has been monitoring the storm from Montego Bay and has the latest on conditions.
Jamaica bracing for Hurricane Beryl
Hurricane Beryl is making its way toward Jamaica after killing at least six people when it made landfall in Grenada on Monday. CBS News' Tom Hanson is on the ground in Montego Bay with the latest on the powerful storm.
Hurricane Beryl now a Category 5 storm
Beryl was upgraded to a Category 5 storm overnight Tuesday, becoming the strongest Atlantic hurricane ever recorded this early in a season. CBS News correspondent Tom Hanson has a report from Jamaica as residents there prepare for Beryl's wrath and CBS News Philadelphia meteorologist Andrew Kozak has a check of the forecast.
Hurricane Beryl marks rare start to season
Hurricane Beryl made landfall Monday on Grenada's Carriacou Island in the Caribbean. The system quickly developed from a tropical depression to a powerful Category 4 storm over the weekend, something experts say is rare this early in the season. CBS News' Tom Hanson has more.
Here's the full list of hurricane names for the 2024 season
The full list of hurricane names for the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season include Beryl, Joyce and Kirk.
Maps show path of Alberto as storm moves over Mexico
Alberto made landfall in Mexico Thursday as a tropical storm. Maps show the storm's route.
Atlantic season's first tropical storm, Alberto, takes aim at Mexico, Texas
The center of Tropical Storm Alberto was likely to reach the Mexican Gulf Coast early Thursday, bringing heavy rainfall to portions of Mexico and Texas.
NOAA predicts "above-normal" hurricane season
The 2024 Atlantic hurricane season has begun, with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration predicting that tropical activity could be "above normal" due to warmer ocean temperatures and La Niña. CBS News national correspondent Manuel Bojorquez reports from Miami Beach, Florida.
NOAA 2024 hurricane season forecast warns of more storms than ever. Here's why.
The 2024 Atlantic hurricane season officially starts on June 1 and ends on November 30. Here are the details on NOAA's forecast for this year.
"Extremely active" hurricane season expected
A new forecast from Colorado State University says the upcoming hurricane season could be "extremely active." Scientists are expecting 23 named storms, with 11 of them being hurricanes. Alex DesRosiers, co-author of the forecast, joins CBS News to explain the findings and discuss which regions could see the most activity.
Does the hurricane scale need a Category 6? New study fuels debate
Researchers say five storms since 2013 had wind speeds that could categorize them as a Category 6 hurricane or cyclone — and that climate change will only make such intense storms more frequent.
Meteorologists on Hurricane Lee's projected path and timeline
Hurricane Lee is churning northward, whipping up rough seas in the Atlantic as watches and warnings are issued for parts of New England and Canada.
Hurricane Lee, a Category 1, could pose threat to New England
Lee had strengthened to a Category 5 hurricane last week before weakening, but could still bring dangerous conditions.
Tracking Hurricane Lee in the Atlantic Ocean
Hurricane Lee could potentially grow into the season's first Category 5 storm as it churns in the Atlantic Ocean. CBS News senior weather and climate producer David Parkinson has the latest forecast.
Tracking disturbances in the Atlantic Ocean
In June, wildfire smoke from Canada caused poor air quality levels in cities across the U.S. In July came heat waves and heat domes. Now we have an August featuring tropical storms. CBS News senior weather and climate producer David Parkinson explains what's going on.
Tropical Storm Bret gets stronger, but no longer forecast as a hurricane
Tropical Storm Bret has proven to be a "unique" system with its emergence early into the 2023 Atlantic hurricane season.
Tropical Storm Bret forms in Atlantic Ocean
Forecasters say the storm could strengthen into a hurricane in the coming days.
Tropical Storm Arlene forms in Gulf of Mexico on 2nd day of hurricane season
Tropical Storm Arlene is expected to slightly pick up speed overnight on its path toward Cuba, forecasters said.
Atlantic hurricane season officially begins
The Atlantic hurricane season has officially begun and forecasters are already watching some activity in the Gulf. CBS News senior weather and climate producer David Parkinson joins with a preview of the season, and national correspondent Manuel Bojorquez investigates Florida's flood insurance crisis.
What forecasters expect for the 2023 hurricane season
The Atlantic hurricane season runs from June 1 to Nov. 30.
Hurricane season begins with tropical disturbance barreling toward Florida
The Atlantic hurricane season begins June 1 – and is already stirring up the Gulf of Mexico.
Hurricanes and climate change: What's the connection?
Science tells us there's a connection between hurricanes and climate change. But how strong is it? And what can we expect for the future?
New Atlantic hurricane season forecast hinges on strength of El Niño
Experts have already said that the recurring climate pattern will "likely develop" this season.
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Senators cautiously optimistic about talks to end government shutdown
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Ex-cop Sean Grayson guilty of 2nd-degree murder in Sonya Massey shooting
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Hurricane Melissa leaves trail of destruction, kills dozens in Caribbean
Hurricane Melissa has left dozens dead and widespread destruction across Jamaica, Haiti and Cuba, as it continues to threaten the Bahamas and Bermuda.
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US plans "show of force" against Chinese in South China Sea as Trump, Xi to meet
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The Fed cuts rates by 0.25 percentage points amid a weaker labor market
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Red Cross responds to video of Hamas allegedly moving Israeli hostage remains
The Red Cross said its staff in Gaza "were not able to intervene directly on-site" as alleged Hamas members were seen burying and then uncovering the remains of a deceased hostage.
Raid on gang in Rio leaves over 100 people dead, including police officers
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Former DHS official launches new web tool to plan protests against Trump admin.
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