A tropical storm has formed in the Atlantic, marking the first of the 2026 season, and it is reported to have originated as a Pacific cyclone. The storm, named Tropical Storm Arthur, has developed in the Gulf, although its exact impact is still being determined. The formation of this storm comes amid varying predictions for the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season, with some forecasts suggesting a below-normal season, while others note the potential influence of an intensifying El Niño.