White House takes credit for quiet hurricane season in Atlantic Ocean

Meteorological phenomena usually answer to oceanic temperatures and atmospheric currents rather than political figures.

Social media strategy took an amusing turn on Saturday night, however, when official communications channels decided to award full credit for clear skies in the Atlantic to the Oval Office.

Social Media Post Sparks Political Celebration

Online commentary regarding historical weather trends quickly escalated into official press messaging. Influencer Chris Martz, who describes himself as a “politically incorrect” meteorologist, posted data highlighting that zero hurricanes had formed in the North Atlantic Ocean as of September 12.

“No hurricanes have formed in the North Atlantic Ocean so far this year. This is the FIRST time on record in the satellite era (since 1966) that we have made it to September 12th without at least one Atlantic hurricane yet in the calendar year,” Chris Martz posted.

Data showed historical lows in storm activity across the region.

“This is also the first time since at least 1941 that this has happened. Year-to-date ACE is lowest since 1941 as well. If we get through September 21st without any hurricane formations, it will be the first time since 1914 (there were none that season),” Chris Martz added, asking: “Can we get there? Nine days to go. The NHC thinks we will notch at least seven more. The race is on.”

Washington officials wasted no time jumping on the opportunity.

“Thank you, President Trump!” came the short response posted by the White House communications team.

Spokespersons for the administration remained silent when asked for further clarification regarding how presidential policy influenced atmospheric pressure.

Science Points to El Niño Instead of Oval Office Orders

Atmospheric scientists offer a somewhat different explanation for the unusually quiet waters. Oceanography experts at NOAA attribute the record-setting calm stretch to El Niño, where shifting surface winds disrupt tropical storm formations before they turn into full hurricanes.

“I don’t think anyone really foresaw it being this quiet,” University of Miami hurricane expert Brian McNoldy told PBS, noting that “This is quite remarkable.”

Texas residents recently faced severe tropical storms that caused heavy flooding and emergency water rescues, proving that extreme weather remains very real.

Disaster management funding remains a contentious political battlefield. Former Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem faced heavy criticism for slashing FEMA resources and redirecting funds toward border enforcement before her removal. Washington continues pushing to block emergency grants to municipalities that fail to reject diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.

This article is made and published by Nicolai H, who may have used AI in the preparation