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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
World
Julia Musto

Last year’s destructive hurricanes ravaged the South. Forecasters warn this season could be just as active

The U.S. is in for another above-average Atlantic hurricane season, the National Weather Service said Thursday.

Forecasters have predicted 13 to 19 named storms, with 70 percent confidence. Of the six to 10 hurricanes in their outlook, three to five are expected to reach Category 3 strength or higher. The first named storm will be Andrea.

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