The WMO Hurricane Committee has retired the names Beryl, Helene, Milton, and John due to the severe impacts of these hurricanes in 2024. Beryl, Helene, and Milton will be replaced by Brianna, Holly, and Miguel, while John will be succeeded by Jake. This measure reflects the importance of naming storms for public safety and effective early warning systems.
The WMO Hurricane Committee has officially retired the names Beryl, Helene, Milton, and John, due to the severe destruction and loss of life caused by these storms during 2024. Beryl, Helene, and Milton were retired from the Atlantic basin name list, while John was retired from the eastern Pacific name list. These retiring names invoke significant public safety considerations related to the storms’ impacts.
In summary, the retirement of hurricane names Beryl, Helene, Milton, and John underscores the severe consequences of these storms. The proactive measures and commitments of the WMO Hurricane Committee and its experts are critical in mitigating future hurricane impacts. As replacement names are added, the ongoing priority remains to enhance public safety and effective disaster management in storm-prone regions.
Original Source: wmo.int
