The National Hurricane Center is rolling out updates to its storm-tracking “cone of uncertainty” graphics that are aimed at providing more details about where hurricanes are projected to end up and how strong they will be.
The NHC on Tuesday unveiled a variety of updates to its graphics depicting hurricane and tropical storm and flooding paths, as well as changes to its mobile website.
“These new and improved products and services are a continuation of NHC’s focus to improve public safety messaging and advance the public’s understanding of hazards associated with tropical storms,” the agency said in a statement detailing the changes.
During the Atlantic hurricane season, which starts June 1, the cone graphics produced by NOAA’s hurricane center take center stage as local governments monitor incoming storms and warn residents about the risks they face. The new features include an “improved forecast cone” that details potential impacts to inland areas, rather than focus on coastal areas.
