Guest: Dr. Wallace Hogsett, Science & Operations Officer at the NHC

Every hurricane season tells a story — not just through the storms that form, but through the forecasts that guide us. And once the season ends, the real detective work begins: Which models nailed the track? Which ones struggled with intensity? And what did we learn that will help us prepare for the next big storm? Joining us today is Dr. Wallace Hogsett from the National Hurricane Center, one of the experts who turns those post-season numbers into meaningful insight. We’ll break down the verification results from the 2025 season, explore how models are improving — and where they’re not — and talk about the growing influence of AI-based forecasting tools. It’s a behind-the-scenes look at the scorecard that shapes the future of hurricane prediction, straight from the people who know the models best.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Hurricane Forecasting
01:00 Dr. Hogsett's Journey in Meteorology
05:01 Understanding Verification in Hurricane Forecasting
07:12 AI's Impact on Hurricane Prediction
13:47 Break 1
14:13 Rapid Intensification and Forecasting Tools
17:41 Incorporating AI Models into Forecasting
30:29 Break 2
30:31 Communication and Uncertainty in Weather Forecasting
39:53 Looking Ahead: The Future of Hurricane Prediction

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