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The hurricane forecast cone is changing, and journalists are part of the overhaul
This year’s hurricane forecasts will include some updates to the iconic cone, along with new messaging that focuses on lesser-known but deadly dangers of storms.
The changes are part of routine reviews done every year by the National Hurricane Center, NHC director Michael Brennan said. The aim is to improve maps, graphics and other products that local meteorologists, emergency managers and journalists rely on to keep the public informed.
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