Brennan Urges Preparation for Above Average Hurricane Season
About the People Mentioned
Michael
Michael Jordan is widely regarded as one of the most influential figures in sports history. Born on February 17, 1963, in Wilmington, North Carolina, he rose to prominence during his college years at the University of North Carolina, where he won the NCAA championship in 1982 with a game-winning shot. Jordan was drafted by the Chicago Bulls in 1984 and quickly became a dominant force in the NBA, known for his exceptional scoring ability and competitive drive. Throughout his career, Jordan accumulated numerous accolades, including six NBA championships, six NBA Finals MVP awards, and five NBA MVP awards. He holds the records for the highest career regular-season scoring average (30.1 points per game) and playoff scoring average (33.4 points per game). Jordan was also a key figure in the 1992 "Dream Team," which won Olympic gold in Barcelona. His success extended beyond basketball; he became a global brand ambassador, notably with Nike's Air Jordan sneakers, which remain incredibly popular. Following his retirement from basketball, Jordan transitioned into business, becoming part-owner and head of basketball operations for the Charlotte Hornets (then the Bobcats) in 2006. He increased his stake to a majority in 2010 but sold it in 2023. Jordan is also a co-owner of 23XI Racing in the NASCAR Cup Series. In 2014, he became the first NBA player to reach billionaire status. His influence extends to media, with appearances in films like *Space Jam* and the documentary series *The Last Dance*. In 2016, he was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom by President Barack Obama. Despite selling his majority stake in the Hornets, Jordan remains a prominent figure in sports and business, celebrated for his enduring legacy in basketball and beyond.
About the Organizations Mentioned
National Hurricane Center
## Overview The National Hurricane Center (NHC), a division of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), is the primary U.S. agency responsible for monitoring, forecasting, and issuing warnings about tropical cyclones—including hurricanes and tropical storms—in the Atlantic and Eastern Pacific basins[1][3][6]. Headquartered on the campus of Florida International University in Miami, Florida, the NHC’s mission is to save lives, mitigate property loss, and improve economic efficiency by providing accurate, timely, and actionable information to the public, emergency managers, businesses, and international partners[1][2][4]. ## What the NHC Does The NHC operates 24/7, maintaining a continuous watch on tropical weather systems. Its Hurricane Specialist Unit (HSU) issues forecasts, advisories, and warnings, including the Tropical Weather Outlook (four times daily), and detailed forecast packages every six hours during active storms[1][6]. The Tropical Analysis and Forecast Branch (TAFB) supports these efforts with marine forecasts, satellite interpretation, and specialized analyses covering over 10 million square nautical miles[7]. The NHC also coordinates with federal, state, and local agencies, the media, and international meteorological services to ensure consistent, reliable information flow before, during, and after hurricane events[1][5][6]. ## History and Key Achievements Established in the mid-20th century, the NHC has evolved into a world leader in hurricane forecasting, leveraging advances in satellite technology, computer modeling, and data analytics. Over the decades, the NHC has dramatically improved forecast accuracy; for example, the average error in 48-hour hurricane track forecasts has been reduced by more than half since the 1990s[5]. The NHC’s public outreach and education programs have also played a critical role in increasing community resilience and preparedness[1][6]. ## Current Status and Notable Aspects Today, the NHC is on
