The most recent climate outlook from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) indicates that an El Niño pattern is likely to develop in the middle of the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season -- a phase known for historically reducing hurricane and tropical storm activity in the basin.

The powerful weather pattern is expected to shift into gear again around June, NOAA said, though its strength this time remains a question.

Another home has collapsed into the water at Outer Banks. Take a look at the debris after the storm. Farewell La Niña -- hello, El Niño.