A hot mess: Hurricane Threat Lingers as Gulf Waters Remain Dangerously Warm

Doug McIntyre discusses the potential for a late-season hurricane to develop in the Caribbean, citing The Washington Post. Gulf of Mexico water temperatures remain unusually high at over 80°F, a level that can turn tropical storms into major hurricanes. With hurricane season officially ending November 30, another storm could mean an unprecedented stretch, possibly lasting until Christmas. This unusually warm Gulf and extended risk period highlight an alarming trend in the 2024 hurricane season.