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North Pacific Cyclone Activity Expected Close to Normal

July 26, 2008

The region will experience 30 tropical cyclones and 19 typhoons, which is considered average or slightly above average, The latest updated prediction of seasonal tropical cyclone activity for the North Pacific this year by Reinsurance broker Guy Carpenter & Co llc predicts.

The report indicates La Nina, which was strong in 2007, is weaker this year and the El Nino-Southern Oscillation phenomenon is becoming neutral in terms of storm influence.

This is the second report produced by the Guy Carpenter Asia-Pacific Climate Centre at City University of Hong Kong (GCACIC), launched in June this year.

photo by Christophe Libert

“Thus, the number of tropical cyclones is expected to be at slightly above or near normal levels, ” says James Nash, Guy Carpenter CEO of the Asia Pacific Region.

By National Underwriter (Property & Casualty - Risk & Benefits Management Edition) (07/24/08)

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