Hurricane season is showing unexpected trends with heightened storminess in the Pacific Ocean and relative quiet in the Atlantic due to El Niño. Hurricane Polo is heading for Southern California, while Hurricane Nolo is a threat to Hawaii. Tropical Storm Rachel is also being monitored in the New York area. The Pacific Ocean is experiencing more hurricanes than usual, while the Atlantic remains calmer because of El Niño. Hurricane Polo's path towards Southern California is watched carefully, as is Hurricane Nolo's path towards Hawaii. Tropical Storm Rachel is closely watched in the New York area.