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Sahara desert hit by extraordinary rainfall event that could mess with this year's hurricane season

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Some usually dry regions of North Africa are now experiencing monsoons and flooding.

This year 's hurricane season has been quiet so far, despite predictions early in the summer of severe hurricane activity due to high ocean temperatures.

Some scientists suggest this is part of natural climate fluctuation, while others say it's a product of human-induced climate change.

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English

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