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Hurricane Forecasting 101

Hurricane Forecasting 101

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Hurricane forecast maps are more complex than they appear. Understanding them could change how you prepare for the next storm.

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Meteorologists have made big strides in predicting hurricane paths,
but many people still misinterpret the forecast maps. In this
episode, senior news editor for sustainability Andrea Thompson
joins host Rachel Feltman to unpack what those maps actually
show—and why staying informed as a storm evolves is more important
than ever. Recommended Reading How to Decode a Hurricane Forecast
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