Ten-Year Gap in Major Hurricanes Continues

The video discusses the categorization of hurricanes, focusing on those that reach category three or higher, which are considered major storms. It highlights the impact of hurricanes, even those below category three, due to heavy rains and storm surges. The video reviews historical data, noting a 10-year gap in major hurricanes making landfall in the US, which is unusual according to a NASA study. The study suggests such a gap occurs every 270 years, but the chance of a major hurricane hitting the US remains at 40% annually. The reasons for the gap are unknown, but major hurricanes have been present, just not making landfall.

What color represents hurricanes that made landfall but were less than category 3?

• Green

• Blue

• Yellow

• Red

In which year was the most active Atlantic hurricane season recorded?

• 2010

• 2005

• 1995

• 2015

How often does a 10-year gap without a major hurricane making landfall occur, according to the NASA study?

• Every 100 years

• Every 270 years

• Every 50 years

• Every 500 years

What is the annual probability of a category three or higher hurricane hitting the US coast?

• 20%

• 30%

• 40%

• 50%

What is the significance of the 10-year gap mentioned in the video?

• It indicates a permanent change in hurricane patterns.

• It suggests hurricanes are no longer a threat.

• It is the longest period without a major hurricane since 1850.

• It means hurricanes have become less intense.