The first named storm typically forms in mid to late June, while the first hurricane tends to form in early to mid-August.

Hoping to improve forecasts to “keep people safe and making good decisions,” they want to understand more about how hurricanes form and dissipate, said John Cortinas, former director of NOAA ...

Climate change is not thought to increase the number of hurricanes, typhoons and cyclones worldwide. But warmer oceans and a warmer atmosphere can make those that do form even more intense ...