Hurricane season is showing unusual patterns with more frequent hurricanes in the Pacific Ocean and reduced activity 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 closely watched in the New York area. The Pacific Ocean is having more frequent hurricanes than usual, while the Atlantic remains calmer because of El Niño. Hurricane Polo's path towards Southern California is closely monitored , as is Hurricane Nolo's path towards Hawaii. Tropical Storm Rachel is closely watched in the New York area.