The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's Climate Prediction Center on May 24 forecasted 14 to 21 named storms, six to 10 hurricanes and three to six major hurricanes -- of Category 3 strength or greater.
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The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's Climate Prediction Center on May 24 forecasted 14 to 21 named storms, six to 10 hurricanes and three to six major hurricanes -- of Category 3 strength or greater.
Mandatory Credit: CNN/Adobe Stock

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The official start to hurricane season is just a week away and forecasters are predicting another busy one. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's Climate Prediction Center on Tuesday forecast 14 to 21 named storms, six to 10 hurricanes and three to six major hurricanes -- of Category 3 strength or greater.