According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), the upcoming Atlantic hurricane season is expected to be above-average, with predictions of 13 to 19 named storms, including up to five major hurricanes. Despite concerns over budget cuts affecting forecasting ability, NOAA assures that conditions are primed for an active season. Residents, especially in hurricane-prone areas like Florida and North Carolina, are urged to prepare as many storms could develop. Insurers are already bracing for potential financial impacts as the hurricane season approaches, indicating a turbulent time ahead for both coastal communities and the insurance industry.