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Tropical Storm Isaias forecast to become first Atlantic hurricane of 2026

Written and edited by the WorldPing NewsdeskPublished Updated Original reporting: BBC Science
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What happened

El Niño has led to an eerily quiet season so far but the first Atlantic hurricane of the year is now set to impact the southern USA.

Key facts

  • El Niño has led to an eerily quiet season so far but the first Atlantic hurricane of the year is now set to impact the southern USA.
  • Reported by BBC Science and published Wed, 07 Oct 2026 13:21:53 UTC.

Why it matters

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  1. Extreme drought and heat from the last El Niño signal a 'new normal' for tropical forests

  2. Tropical Storm Isaias forecast to become first Atlantic hurricane of 2026

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