Hurricane season is showing distinctive shifts with increased activity in the Pacific Ocean and reduced activity 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 closely watched 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 being closely watched , as is Hurricane Nolo's approach to Hawaii. Tropical Storm Rachel is being monitored in the New York area.