Jaxtoday iconJaxtodayAug 17, 2026

El Niño keeps Atlantic hurricane activity unusually quiet

Strong wind shear and dry air are suppressing hurricane activity across the Atlantic basin.

El Niño keeps Atlantic hurricane activity unusually quiet

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Strong wind shear and dry air are suppressing hurricane activity across the Atlantic basin.

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Strong wind shear and dry air are suppressing hurricane activity across the Atlantic basin.

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