What are the Names of the Latest Hurricanes?
As the Atlantic hurricane season officially runs from June 1 to November 30, millions of people around the world are keeping a close eye on the forecast for any potential storms. The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) has a list of names for hurricanes that are assigned alphabetically, with the names being reused every six years unless a storm causes significant damage or loss of life.
In this article, we will be looking at the latest hurricanes and their names. Keep in mind that these lists are subject to change and are not exhaustive, as new storms may develop and be named in the future.
2022 Atlantic Hurricane Season
The 2022 Atlantic hurricane season has been an active one, with several storms making landfall along the East Coast of the United States. Here are some of the latest hurricanes and their names:
- Nicole - Hurricane Nicole made landfall in Florida on November 10, bringing heavy rain and strong winds to the state. It was the 14th named storm of the season.
- Ian - Hurricane Ian made landfall in South Carolina on October 2, causing widespread damage and power outages. It was the 9th named storm of the season.
- Gordon - Hurricane Gordon made landfall in Mississippi on September 4, bringing heavy rain and strong winds to the Gulf Coast.
- Florence - Hurricane Florence made landfall in North Carolina on September 14, causing catastrophic flooding and damage along the East Coast.
- Beryl - Tropical Storm Beryl made landfall in North Carolina on May 27, bringing heavy rain and strong winds to the state.
- Alberto - Subtropical Storm Alberto made landfall in Florida on May 28, causing widespread flooding and power outages in the state.
2021 Atlantic Hurricane Season
The 2021 Atlantic hurricane season was another active one, with 21 named storms forming. Here are some of the latest hurricanes and their names:
- Gamma - Hurricane Gamma made landfall in Mexico on November 12, causing heavy rain and strong winds to parts of the country.
- Epsilon - Hurricane Epsilon made landfall in Bermuda on November 20, bringing strong winds and heavy rain to the island.
- Delta - Hurricane Delta made landfall in Louisiana on October 9, causing widespread damage and power outages.
- Zeta - Hurricane Zeta made landfall in Louisiana on October 28, causing significant flooding and damage along the Gulf Coast.
- Kappa - Tropical Storm Kappa made landfall in Mexico on October 23, bringing heavy rain and strong winds to parts of the country.
- Laura - Hurricane Laura made landfall in Texas on August 27, causing widespread damage and power outages along the Gulf Coast.
The Future of Hurricane Names
As the Atlantic hurricane season comes to a close, the WMO is already preparing for the next list of names. The list of names is predetermined and reused every six years, unless a storm causes significant damage or loss of life. This ensures that the naming process remains consistent and efficient.
In the world of hurricanes, naming storms is an important tradition. It helps to identify and track storms, making it easier for meteorologists to predict their path and warn those in their path.
