Hurricanes are powerful storms that form over warm ocean water. Here are the number of hurricanes that occurred worldwide from 2015 to 2024.
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Wild Weather Alert!
As Earth’s average temperature rises, extreme weather events are becoming more frequent and intense. Explore the data behind some of the world’s wildest weather—from heat records to hurricanes!
By Lauren Flanagan and Jessica McKenna-Ratjen
From the May/June 2026 Issue
Key Focus Area:
Measurement and Data,
Standards
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