National Hurricane Center tracking 2 tropical waves in Atlantic basin

Did you know the Outer Banks has the highest rate of return for hurricanes in the United States?

HIGH POINT, N.C. (WGHP) — Hurricane season is about to ramp up on the East Coast. Based on historical data, hurricane season typically starts on June 1 and runs through November 30. It starts slow and the numbers historically jump in August and peak in September.  The change is very noticeable. Just look at typical July activity versus August, [...]

National Hurricane Center tracking 2 tropical waves in Atlantic basin

Tropical activity in the Atlantic basin historically picks up in August, with the busiest period running from mid-August through mid-October.

Major Atlantic hurricane landfall odds 'well below-average' this season due to impending Super El Niño

Colorado State University maintained its Atlantic hurricane season forecast Wednesday, saying the odds of a major hurricane making landfall in the continental United States remain "well below average."