Who’s afraid of Hurricane Debby? The peculiar importance of a storm’s name

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By Kate YoderJun 4, 2024, 4:30 am236 pts
Every year ahead of hurricane season’s official start in June, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration releases the forecast for the Atlantic Ocean’s tempestuous season ahead. In a predictable cycle, articles start swirling in to answer familiar queries: What will these hurricanes be called? Who…

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