Pacific Typhoon Season Forecast to Be Among Most Active Ever
The current typhoon season in the Northwest Pacific Ocean is shaping up to be one of the most intense on record as the El Niño system strengthens, according to the latest projection by commercial forecaster Tropical Storm Risk.
The current typhoon season in the Northwest Pacific Ocean is expected to be one of the most intense on record, according to a forecast from commercial forecaster Tropical Storm Risk. The group projects that storm development will be 60% above the historical average, describing the season as "exceptionally active." If realized, the season could feature 20 typhoons, including 13 intense storms, which is higher than the 10-year averages of 14.2 and 8.4.
Currently, three Category 5 typhoons have already formed, with two additional tropical storms swirling and another tropical depression being tracked by the US Joint Typhoon Warning Center. Adam Lea, manager at Tropical Storm Risk, attributes the anticipated season's intensity to the strengthening El Niño system and the weakest trade winds in over six decades.
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