What was the impact of the 2021 hurricane season on the US?

The 2021 hurricane season had a significant impact on the United States, with several major storms making landfall along the Gulf Coast and the East Coast. The season officially began on June 1 and ended on November 30, and during that time, there were a total of 21 named storms, 7 hurricanes, and 3 major hurricanes.

One of the most significant storms of the season was Hurricane Ida, which made landfall in Louisiana as a Category 4 hurricane on August 29. The storm caused widespread damage and power outages, and it resulted in numerous deaths and injuries. Other notable storms from the season included Hurricane Elsa, which hit Florida in July, and Hurricane Nicholas, which made landfall in Texas in September.

The 2021 hurricane season was also notable for the large number of storms that formed in the Atlantic basin. In fact, it was the fifth consecutive year that the Atlantic hurricane season produced more storms than the 30-year average. The season was also notable for its early start, with the first named storm, Ana, forming on May 22, before the official start of the season.