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Why is the Pacific storm-busy while the Atlantic stays calm?
Original: Why is the Pacific full of storm activity when the Atlantic has been calm?
The Pacific basin is seeing an unusually active stretch of storm activity, while the Atlantic hurricane season has remained notably quiet so far. The contrast has prompted explanation from meteorologists about differing ocean and atmospheric conditions driving the two basins this season.
Why now: The stark contrast between an active Pacific and a quiet Atlantic hurricane season is drawing attention from people tracking tropical weather.
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- Why is the Pacific full of storm activity when the Atlantic has been calm? · washingtonpost.com
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