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.
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Thicker Than Water
In natural disasters, people often focus on the major cities hit hardest — New Orleans, Houston, Miami — but what of the small towns in between? The CBSN Originals documentary, "Thicker Than Water," shares the story of one of those small towns too often forgotten in the wake of hurricanes like Harvey — a small farming community, known as Winnie, Texas.
Houston begins cleanup after powerful storms
At least four people are dead after thunderstorms with hurricane-force winds tore through the city of Houston this week. Officials warned residents that the cleanup may be slow, and those impacted by outages should prepare to be without power for days if not longer. CBS News' Dave Malkoff reports.
Poll: Big majority of Americans favor taking steps to reduce climate change
People who have experienced extreme weather are especially likely to say climate change needs to be addressed right away.
Advocates work to save parrot from extinction
Some of the most critically endangered birds on the planet have been released back into the wild. CBS News national environmental correspondent David Schechter has more on the harsh conditions Puerto Rican parrots face, and the people working to save them.
Experts predict "extremely active" Atlantic hurricane season
Researchers from Colorado State University predicted 23 named storms and 115 named storm days in the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season.
"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?
Does the hurricane scale need a Category 6? A new study found that several recent storms have met the hypothetical threshold – and as climate change continues to fuel storms that produce stronger winds, we may see more of these "Cat 6" storms.
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.
Inside look at hurricane hunters' mission
Atmospheric rivers can cause widespread flooding and billions of dollars in damage. In our series “Protecting the Planet,” Ben Tracy joins an airborne research mission with hurricane hunters to learn more about the intense storm systems.
Tropical Storm Bret gains strength in the Atlantic
Weather Channel meteorologist Stephanie Abrams, who is tracking Tropical Storm Bret, discusses hurricane season so far and what makes Bret unique.
2023 set to be hottest year on record
2023 is on track to be the warmest year on record, according to the World Meteorological Organization. CBS News correspondent Dave Malkoff explores what 2024 could bring.
White House: Climate change threatening lives
Climate change is threatening nearly every aspect of the lives of Americans in every part of the U.S., according to a new government report. CBS News national and environmental correspondent Ben Tracy takes a closer look at some of the key takeaways.
Missing sailor sent "heartbreaking" final message during Hurricane Otis
Ruben Torres' yacht was one of 614 boats that were in the bay that night and ended up damaged or on the ocean floor, according to Mexico's Navy.
11/5/2023: John Eastman; Our Mistake Is Your Responsibility; Monkey Island
First, John Eastman on the GA conspiracy case. Then, an investigation into what happens when Social Security mistakenly overpays. And, a look at Hurricane Maria’s impact on Monkey Island.
Nearly 100 dead or missing after Hurricane Otis hit Mexico, officials say
Hurricane Otis "was the strongest hurricane in the East Pacific to make landfall in the satellite era," when it hit Acapulco, Mexico, last week, NOAA said.
Why did Hurricane Otis get so strong, so fast?
Hurricane Otis plowed into Mexico's Pacific coast as a deadly Category 5. Just 12 hours earlier, it was a tropical storm.
Hurricane Otis kills at least 27 people in Mexico, authorities say
Tens of thousands of residents in damaged homes without electricity awaited help more than a day after Otis roared ashore in Acapulco.
Mexico assessing Hurricane Otis devastation as Acapulco reels
Frustration with authorities was mounting as they tried to get a handle on the damage to start to respond. Looting was widespread.
Otis slams Mexico; U.N. issues climate report
In under 24 hours, Tropical Storm Otis exploded in strength and hit Mexico as a Category 5 hurricane Wednesday. A new U.N. climate report issued the same day warns Earth is close to multiple "risk tipping points." CBS News senior national and environmental correspondent Ben Tracy explains how it's all connected.
Hurricane Otis triggers landslides after making landfall in Mexico
In just a matter of hours, Otis strengthened into a major hurricane, threatening "catastrophic damage" along Mexico's Pacific coast before weakening.
El Niño is going to continue through spring 2024, forecasters predict
Forecasters say El Niño, a climate pattern known for warmer ocean temperatures and increased rain and snow, is likely here to stay until early 2024.
Lidia makes landfall in Mexico as Category 4 Hurricane, then weakens
Its arrival came on the heels of Tropical Storm Max, which hit the southern coast of Mexico on Monday, several hundred miles from Jalisco, before tapering off.
Ophelia leaves tens of thousands without power
Large portions of the East Coast have dealt with 24 hours of heavy winds, rain and flooding brought on by Tropical Storm Ophelia. Tens of thousands were still without power as of Sunday night. Astrid Martinez reports.
Ophelia now officially a tropical storm
The storm that's been brewing off the East Coast is now officially Tropical Storm Ophelia, and it could bring coastal flooding from the Carolinas north to New England. CBS News senior weather and climate producer David Parkinson is tracking the storm.
Newsom signs California redistricting plan
The new map would shift five of California's Republican House seats to be more favorable to Democrats in the 2026 midterm elections.
Erik Menendez denied parole after decades in prison
California officials have denied Erik Menendez parole after he spent decades in prison for killing his parents in 1989.
Judge halts "Alligator Alcatraz" construction over environmental concerns
A federal judge ordered an indefinite halt to further construction or expansion at "Alligator Alcatraz," in a a setback for the Trump administration and Florida officials.
Eyewitness says American subcontractors at Gaza aid sites fired at Palestinians
An eyewitness told CBS News that American subcontractors at Gaza Humanitarian Foundation sites shot at Palestinians, a claim GHF denies.
Missouri appears likely to redraw congressional map during Trump's redistricting push
Texas and California have already begun congressional redistricting efforts for political advantage.
New York court throws out $527 million penalty in Trump civil fraud case
A New York appellate court threw out the $527 million penalty in the civil fraud case against President Trump and others on Thursday, ruling that the fine was "excessive."
Alina Habba serving unlawfully as N.J.'s top federal prosecutor, judge rules
Alina Habba, President Trump's former personal lawyer, has been serving as New Jersey's U.S. attorney "without lawful authority" since early July, a judge said.
Trump hands out burgers and pizza to federal law enforcement amid D.C. police surge
President Trump visited a crowd of federal law enforcement officers on Thursday.
Cracker Barrel loses almost $100 million in value after new logo release
Cracker Barrel stock plunged as much as 15% after the restaurant chain released a new logo that removes its long-time image of a man leaning against a barrel.