Hurricanes Cooking up an Intense Season

The onset of the hurricane season has brought renewed attention to the impacts and preparedness efforts necessary to mitigate the damage caused by these powerful storms. The increasing intensity and frequency of hurricanes are attributed to global warming and climate change, posing significant risks to lives, property, and economies. 

The media is actively covering this topic, reflecting the growing concern and need for public awareness. Notable coverage includes:

• BBC: Hurricanes and Their Impact: Understanding the Growing Threat
• Fortune: Bad Hurricane Season? Good for 5 Insurance Stocks, CFRA Analyst Says
• The Guardian: Hurricane Strength and Global Warming: A Dangerous Combination
• New Scientist: Tropical Storms Like Alberto Can Lead to Years of Declining Incomes
• CBS News: GOES Weather Satellite Launch: Monitoring Hurricanes
• Bluefield Daily Telegraph: Along With Summer Time, the Solstice Brings Us Hurricanes

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