Hurricane Season Predicted To Be Active

An “active to extremely active” hurricane season is expected for the Atlantic Basin this year, according to the seasonal outlook issued Thursday by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association’s Climate Prediction Center – a division of the National Weather Service. Across the entire Atlantic Basin for the six-month season, which began June 1, NOAA is projecting a 70-percent probability of the following ranges:

• 14 to 23 named storms (top winds of 39 mph or higher), including:

• 8 to 14 hurricanes (top winds of 74 mph or higher), of which:

• 3 to 7 could be major hurricanes (category 3, 4 or 5; winds of at least 111 mph).

“If this outlook holds true, this season could be one of the more active on record,” said Jane Lubchenco, Ph.D., undersecretary of commerce for oceans and atmosphere and NOAA administrator. “The greater likelihood of storms brings an increased risk of a landfall. In short, we urge everyone to be prepared.”

The outlook ranges exceed the seasonal average of 11 named storms, six hurricanes and two major hurricanes, according to NOAA. Expected factors supporting this outlook are:

• Upper atmospheric winds conducive for storms. Wind shear, which can tear apart storms, will be weaker since El Nino in the eastern Pacific has dissipated. Strong wind shear helped suppress storm development during the 2009 hurricane season.

• Warm Atlantic Ocean water. Sea surface temperatures are expected to remain above average where storms often develop and move across the Atlantic. Record warm temperatures – up to four degrees Fahrenheit above average – are now present in this region.

• High activity era continues. Since 1995, the tropical multi-decadal signal has brought favorable ocean and atmospheric conditions in sync, leading to more active hurricane seasons. Eight of the last 15 seasons rank in the top ten for the most named storms with 2005 in first place with 28 named storms.

“The main uncertainty in this outlook is how much above normal the season will be. Whether or not we approach the high end of the predicted ranges depends partly on whether or not La Nina develops this summer,” said Gerry Bell, Ph.D., lead seasonal hurricane forecaster at NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center. “At present we are in a neutral state, but conditions are becoming increasingly favorable for La Nina to develop.
Sea Surface Temperatures

According to WunderBlogWeather Expert Dr. Jeff Masters, "I very much doubt that we are in for a repeat of the unprecedented violence of the Hurricane Season of 2005, with its 28 named storms, 15 hurricanes, and 7 intense hurricanes. While sea surface temperatures are currently warmer this year than in 2005, that year featured some very unusual atmospheric circulation patterns, with a very strong ridge of high pressure over the eastern U.S., record drought in the Amazon, and very low surface pressures over the Atlantic. A repeat of 2005's weather patterns is unlikely, though I am expecting we will get at least four major hurricanes this year. An average year sees just two major hurricanes.

Navionics Apps Now Available in HD for iPad

The top-selling marine and lake apps in the world just got BIGGER! Enjoy the clearest and most detailed marine and lake charts on your iPad! Apps now optimized in HD – with sensational hi-resolution graphics for the ultimate user experience.

Imagine planning your day on the water or showing your friends the tracks of your last cruise on the iPad’s dynamic multi-touch glossy display, comfortably sitting in your living room... anytime anywhere. App prices start at just $19.99 and include:

• Award-winning marine charts worldwide and lake maps (US and Canada) in HD

• Satellite imagery overlay

• Tides & currents, moon phase, sun/moon rise/set

• Tracks, routes and markers can be shared on facebook or via email and view them on Google Earth

• Route planning

• Waypoints and markers

MORE: www.navionics.com/MobileMarineFeatures.asp?MobileType=iPad.

iPad Marine Panel Mount Debuts at Sanctuary Cove Boat Show

In what is believed to be a world first, Outback Marine Australia Pty Ltd released an Apple iPad panel mounting system at the 2010 Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show last week.

The system, developed by OMA, transforms the iPad into an integral helm panel instrument that extends dash panel functionality to the Internet and multimedia. The panel mounting system is available in two configurations. As an embedded mount, the iPad becomes an integrated part the dash panel or alternatively, a standalone panel mount is available in either portrait or landscape orientation for retrofitting to existing dash panels. MORE: www.shopoma.com.au

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Chicken in Spicy Sauce

• 4 -6 chicken cutlets or a cut up chicken

• 3 Tbsp olive oil

• 3 cloves garlic

• pinch pepper

• 1/2 cup dry white wine

• 2 Tbsp vinegar

• 1/2 cup sliced Kalamata olives and will work but you get the best flavor with these

• 2 anchovy fillets

Directions:

Heat oil in skillet. Add chicken and garlic. Sprinkle pepper and brown on low heat on all sides. Add wine and vinegar. Cook 5 minutes then and add olives and chopped anchovies. Cook over low heat 45 minutes or until chicken is tender. Serve over white rice or pasta (like spaghetti). Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese before serving and enjoy!

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