Public Views on Coming Storms, El Niño Strength, and Lake Levels

Many people currently seem to think that the opening Atlantic storm will not carry the names Cristobal, Dolly or Edouard. The mood leans toward other possibilities appearing on the list, with a sense that the usual early candidates are unlikely to win favor.

When it comes to the upcoming El Niño, expectations appear to be leaning toward a weak showing. People doubt that the ocean warming will reach even modest levels, and the general feeling is that the phenomenon will stay on the softer side.

Regarding the hurricane named Rachel, the prevailing view is that it will not grow into a strong system. Most observers feel it will remain modest, with little chance of reaching higher intensity.

Opinions about how many storms will form during the season are divided. Some think the count will be noticeable, while others believe the total will stay low, showing a split in the outlook.

For the Great Salt Lake, the common expectation is that the water level will not fall to a very low point. People anticipate the lake will stay above the deepest marks that have been seen in recent years.