Overview
- The World Meteorological Organization said revised technical regulations for tropical cyclone and hurricane warnings will take effect in January 2027.
- The update is presented as a response to escalating risks, including the 2025 Atlantic season that saw three Category 5 hurricanes.
- Mexico’s National Water Commission and National Meteorological Service are hosting the 48th Hurricanes Committee in Mexico City from March 2–5 with representatives from 27 Region IV countries.
- WMO Secretary-General Celeste Saulo underscored coordination and capacity building so no member is left behind, while SMN coordinator Fabián Vázquez Romaña stressed data sharing and rapid communication.
- U.S. National Hurricane Center Director Michael Brennan said the agenda features AI-enabled forecasting, improved probabilistic wind guidance, storm-surge updates, expanded ocean observations, and regional training.