Why West Coast Avoids Hurricanes | Oakland News

The Pacific sees more named storms than the Atlantic, but the East Coast bears the brunt of major hurricanes—thanks to warm Gulf Stream waters and wind patterns that steer storms inland. The West Coast? Too cold. The California Current keeps waters in the 60s and 70s, starving hurricanes of the heat they need to thrive. Only one hurricane ever hit California—with winds strong enough to cause damage near San Diego in 1858. Most storms that reach the West Coast are just weakened remnants. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/6421f333e7f52b01