Friday, August 21st, 2009

Hurricane Forecast

What will this year’s hurricane season look like? Ira Flatow and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s lead seasonal hurricane forecaster discuss the climate patterns and ocean temperatures that shape the storms. Also, how to plan before the storm hits.

Guests

Gerry Bell
Lead Seasonal Hurricane Forecaster
NOAA/National Weather Service National Centers for Environmental Prediction Climate Prediction Center
Camp Springs, Maryland

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Segment produced by:Shelley DuBois

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