El Niño a wild card. Here's NOAA releases 2026 hurricane predictions
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NOAA has released its 2026 hurricane season outlook, with some reports indicating a below-average season is expected. However, the potential impact of El Niño, which may be stronger than expected, is seen as a wild card that could affect the season's outcome. The outlook and potential strength of El Niño appear to introduce some uncertainty into the forecast.
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