Slower Atlantic hurricane season predicted due to El Niño
Forecasters in New York say an El Niño pattern this year could reduce the number of storms and hurricanes, with NOAA projecting eight to 13 named tropical systems and three to six hurricanes overall. Officials caution that a single storm can still cause severe damage and emphasize updated surge maps and early warnings.
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FAA criticized for relying on Boeing in 787 battery certification
The NTSB faulted the FAA for certifying the 787 in 2007 with heavy Boeing technical input. The report ties the approach to internal FAA studies and cautions the agency to seek independent industry expertise. It notes the 787's lithium ion battery issues and the 2013 fires that led to global grounding.
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Port of Charleston sees April surge in container volume
Charleston officials report April as the busiest month since May 2008 with about 86,500 containers. The Ports Authority approved dredging and engineering contracts, plus property sales to fund economic development and harbor deepening funded by state and federal steps. A separate conference in North Charleston focused on stormwater pond maintenance for homeowners and associations.
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