The 2023 Atlantic hurricane season begins June 1. Here's what experts say to expect.
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The 2023 Atlantic hurricane season is expected to be "near normal" with at least 12 named storms, scientists from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration predicted. Here's what the hurricane categories mean Hurricane season kicks off with tropical disturbance headed toward Florida
NOAA said ahead of the season's start it expects 12 to 17 named storms and five to nine hurricanes this year, with one to four major hurricanes.
"It's absolutely crucial that all Americans living in potential paths of these storms, even well inland of the coasts, follow NOAA's guidance for preparation and determine your risk, develop an evacuation plan, and assemble the disaster supplies that you may need," Deputy Commerce Secretary Don Graves said during a news conference last week.
