Super El Niño Keeps Hurricane Bertha Weak and Storm Season Quiet

Tropical Storm Bertha is moving west toward the Louisiana coast, but strong wind shear and dry air are expected to weaken the system significantly before it makes landfall. Major inland impacts are not anticipated, though coastal communities may experience elevated tides and minor storm surges. The storm’s struggle to organize is largely due to an unusually strong "Super El Niño," which disrupts tropical development and points toward a quieter overall hurricane season. However, experts note that while El Niño suppresses tropical storms during summer, it frequently leads to an uptick in severe weather for the region during the winter and spring.