Hurricane season is showing unusual patterns with heightened storminess in the Pacific Ocean and relative quiet in the Atlantic due to El Niño. Hurricane Polo is approaching 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 less active 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 tracked in the New York area.