GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is holding firm in its above-normal outlook of the Atlantic hurricane season.

NAMED STORMS SO FAR

A total of four storms have been named this year: Andrea, Barry, Chantal and Dexter. All four storms remained as tropical storms, a step down from hurricane status. Chantal was the only storm to make landfall — that was in early July.

Despite the slow start to the season, forecasters believe it will get quite active in the coming weeks and months.

NOAA OUTLOOK REMAINS ACTIVE

Peak tropical storm and hurricane season falls in September and October after the water temperatures have warmed all summer. Water temperatures over 80 degrees, ENSO neutral conditions and weak wind shear are all in the forecast, indicati

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