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Chief Meteorologist Ronald Gordon
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2026 Hurricane Season Names Released; Below-Average Activity Expected
Although the 2026 Atlantic Basin Hurricane Season doesn't start until June 1st, the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) has already released the official list of storm names. Early forecasts indicate a potentially below-average season. The names assigned for this year include Arthur, Bertha, Cristobal, Dolly, Edouard, Fay, Gonzalo, Hanna, Isaias, Josephine, Kyle, Leah, Marco, Nana, Omar, Paulette, Rene, Sally, Teddy, Vicky, and Wilfred.
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National Climate Outlook Forum Held to Boost Belize’s Climate Resilience and Early Warning Efforts
The National Meteorological Service of Belize (NMS) hosted the Thirteenth National Climate Outlook Forum (NCOF-13), bringing together key stakeholders from across sectors to advance the use of seasonal climate forecasts in disaster risk reduction and sustainable development planning.
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Tropical Storm Sara to bring heavy rainfall to Belize
On Thursday, November 14th, Tropical Storm Sara formed just north of the coast of Honduras. The storm has maximum sustained winds of 40 miles per hour and is moving west at a speed of 12 miles per hour. According to the National Meteorological Service of Belize, the tropical storm is expected to impact the area late Sunday or Monday morning, bringing heavy rainfall.
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NEMO hosts press briefing in preparation for Hurricane Beryl
On Monday afternoon, July 1st, the National Emergency Management Organization (NEMO), along with the Ministry of Disaster Risk Management and the National Meteorological Service of Belize, provided a press briefing on Hurricane Beryl. The powerful Category 4 storm, with 155 miles per hour winds, is hurtling through the southeastern Caribbean. While its current trajectory indicates it will make landfall north of Belize, there is still a high risk that the entire country could be impacted by Beryl’s heavy rain and gusty winds. Therefore, Belizeans are urged to have a plan of action and to follow only official sources regarding the development of the hurricane.
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Cold Front to cool down the current heat wave affecting the country
A cold front is expected to cross over Belize on Monday, October 16th, bringing relief after the current heat wave blanketing the country. The month of October is considered a time with cooler temperatures. However, this year, the heat of the summer has extended, triggering heat alerts by the National Meteorological Service of Belize advising, particularly those living on the mainland, to stay hydrated and avoid outdoor activities as much as possible.
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Islanders monitoring Tropical Storm Lisa; voluntary evacuations underway
While Tropical Storm Lisa is forecasted to make landfall in southern Belize as a Category 1 hurricane tomorrow Wednesday evening, many families in San Pedro Town, Ambergris Caye, are voluntarily evacuating the island. Early on Tuesday, October 1st, large crowds arrived at the water taxi terminals and the John Greif II Municipal Airport, heading to the mainland. Meanwhile, residential and businesses secured their properties ahead of the pending storm.