The recent tornadoes spawned by Hurricane Milton were described as 'supercharged' compared to typical hurricane-spawned tornadoes, according to National Hurricane Center Director Michael Brennan. Brennan highlighted that the tornadoes observed during the event were longer-lasting, more powerful, and more numerous than usual.
Over 100 tornado warnings were issued by the National Weather Service in an effort to ensure the safety of residents in the affected areas. Brennan emphasized that despite the occurrence of these tornadoes, the hurricane season is ongoing and extends through November.
The sudden intensification of hurricanes like Milton into larger storms has been attributed to the warming of the planet, particularly the record-warm waters in the Gulf of Mexico. Brennan pointed out that the elevated water temperatures in the Atlantic basin, including the Gulf, have been persistently above normal, contributing to the prediction of a very active hurricane season.
