It’s time to redesign hurricane season’s most recognizable graphic

The ‘cone’ has been a staple in hurricane communication, but many meteorologists believe it’s misleading.

After the devastating effects of Hurricane Helene and the ongoing impact of Hurricane Milton, it’s clear that extreme weather events won’t stop—and will likely only get worse due to the effects of climate change. Now, more than ever, we need clear communication around the potential impact of storms. To do that, some experts are urging meteorologists to retire one of the most common graphics shown during hurricane season: the hurricane cone.