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Hamilton Spectator
23-05-2025
- Climate
- Hamilton Spectator
Canadians warned to prepare for hurricanes regardless of how many storms are forecast
HALIFAX - A senior Environment Canada meteorologist says that as the Atlantic hurricane season is about to start, experts are predicting another active year. But Bob Robichaud at the Canadian Hurricane Centre in Halifax says the impact on Canada is impossible to forecast because there's no telling where these tropical storms will go once they form over the ocean. The centre has calculated that between 35 and 40 per cent of all tropical storms typically enter the Canadian forecasting zone. Robichaud says that on average between two and four named storms enter the Canadian zone every year, which means preparation for dangerous weather is a must. As an example, he said last year's very active season produced 18 named storms — but only one storm, Ernesto, made it into the Canadian zone and didn't cause much of a fuss. Meanwhile, 2022 was also a slow season in the Canadian zone, but the arrival of post-tropical storm Fiona in September proved to be Atlantic Canada's costliest weather event. Fiona caused more than $800 million in insured damage and claimed three lives. This report by The Canadian Press was first published May 23, 2025.
CTV News
23-05-2025
- Climate
- CTV News
Atlantic Canadians urged to prepare for active hurricane season
The Canadian Hurricane Centre is warning Canadians to be prepared for storms, but the impacts are not known.
Canada Standard
23-05-2025
- Climate
- Canada Standard
Canadians should expect another active hurricane season
Canada News Centre 23 May 2025, 19:05 GMT+10 May 23, 2025 - Dartmouth, Nova Scotia During the upcoming hurricane season, Canadians can rely on state-of-the-art weather forecasting systems from Environment and Climate Change Canada. These systems provide timely and reliable weather information and alerts in advance of approaching tropical storms and hurricanes. Early warnings will give Canadians time to prepare and protect themselves, their loved ones, and their properties in the event of a storm. The hurricane season runs from June 1 to November 30, and this season is expected to be above-average for tropical storm activity. Experts are predicting 13 to 19 named storms, six to 10 hurricanes, and three to five major hurricanes in the Atlantic Ocean basin. Environment and Climate Change Canada encourages everyone to prepare before the season begins. Meteorologists at the Canadian Hurricane Centre conduct 24/7 monitoring and hazard prediction year-round. They focus on storms with the potential to affect Canada and its waters, track storm paths, predict intensity, and issue warnings. They also provide information to help provincial and territorial partners and emergency management officials to lessen the impacts of tropical cyclones and hurricanes in Canadian communities. It is now more important than ever to get prepared. There has been an increase in Category 3 to Category 5 hurricanes over the past four decades, and with climate change, the intensity of the strongest hurricanes is expected to increase.
Winnipeg Free Press
23-05-2025
- Climate
- Winnipeg Free Press
Canadians warned to prepare for hurricanes regardless of how many storms are forecast
HALIFAX – A senior Environment Canada meteorologist says that as the Atlantic hurricane season is about to start, experts are predicting another active year. But Bob Robichaud at the Canadian Hurricane Centre in Halifax says the impact on Canada is impossible to forecast because there's no telling where these tropical storms will go once they form over the ocean. The centre has calculated that between 35 and 40 per cent of all tropical storms typically enter the Canadian forecasting zone. Robichaud says that on average between two and four named storms enter the Canadian zone every year, which means preparation for dangerous weather is a must. As an example, he said last year's very active season produced 18 named storms — but only one storm, Ernesto, made it into the Canadian zone and didn't cause much of a fuss. Meanwhile, 2022 was also a slow season in the Canadian zone, but the arrival of post-tropical storm Fiona in September proved to be Atlantic Canada's costliest weather event. Monday Mornings The latest local business news and a lookahead to the coming week. Fiona caused more than $800 million in insured damage and claimed three lives. This report by The Canadian Press was first published May 23, 2025.
Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Canadians warned to prepare for hurricanes regardless of how many storms are forecast
HALIFAX — A senior Environment Canada meteorologist says that as the Atlantic hurricane season is about to start, experts are predicting another active year. But Bob Robichaud at the Canadian Hurricane Centre in Halifax says the impact on Canada is impossible to forecast because there's no telling where these tropical storms will go once they form over the ocean. The centre has calculated that between 35 and 40 per cent of all tropical storms typically enter the Canadian forecasting zone. Robichaud says that on average between two and four named storms enter the Canadian zone every year, which means preparation for dangerous weather is a must. As an example, he said last year's very active season produced 18 named storms — but only one storm, Ernesto, made it into the Canadian zone and didn't cause much of a fuss. Meanwhile, 2022 was also a slow season in the Canadian zone, but the arrival of post-tropical storm Fiona in September proved to be Atlantic Canada's costliest weather event. Fiona caused more than $800 million in insured damage and claimed three lives. This report by The Canadian Press was first published May 23, 2025. The Canadian Press Sign in to access your portfolio
