The National Hurricane Center's website and maps now reflect the official name (at least in the U.S.) of the Gulf of America.

This is because water temperatures are often at their warmest, wind shear is at its lowest and humidity has increased across the basin, all of which contribute to hurricane formation. If the map ...

Chances of at least one major hurricane hitting the U.S. or Florida this year is high, according to Colorado State University forecasters.

Wind shear is often the most critical factor controlling hurricane formation and destruction. In general, wind shear refers to any change in wind speed or direction along a straight line.

The National Hurricane Center on Thursday joined other federal agencies making the official switch of renaming the Gulf of ...