Are hurricanes getting stronger and more frequent?
Recent hurricanes have caused widespread death and destruction in the US
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Hurricanes are becoming more frequent and intense, a trend that scientists are attributing to the ongoing effects of climate change. Warmer ocean temperatures and rising sea levels are creating the perfect conditions for stronger, more destructive storms. Recent hurricanes, such as Milton and Helene, have highlighted the growing danger these storms pose. The increasing severity of hurricanes not only causes widespread damage but also shortens recovery times for those in affected areas.
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