As of June 1, the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season is officially underway, and forecasts indicate it could be notably active.The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) predicts a 60% chance of an above-normal season, with expectations of 13 to 19 named storms, 6 to 10 hurricanes, and 3 to 5 major hurricanes (Category 3 or higher) . This heightened activity is attributed to factors such as warmer-than-average sea surface temperatures, a neutral El Niño–Southern Oscillation (ENSO) phase, and increased West African Monsoon activity.fltortreform.com+6people.com+6nypost.com+6 reddit.com+10chron.com+10cbsnews.com+10 vox.com+6foxweather.com+6chron.com+6

While the season has started quietly, with no named storms yet, it's important to remain vigilant. Historically, even seasons that begin slowly can escalate rapidly, as seen in 2004 when 15 named storms developed after a late start.reddit.com+5vox.com+5nypost.com+5 nypost.com

Important Update for Iowa Adjusters:

Effective July 1, 2025, Iowa will implement licensing requirements for independent and public insurance adjusters. To obtain an Iowa adjuster license, you must pass the state exam administered by Pearson VUE. There are no exceptions or reciprocal licensing agreements; even if you're licensed in another state or hold a DHS license, you'll need to pass the Iowa exam to adjust claims within the state .adjusterpro.com pearsonvue.com

Key Points:

Grace Period: Adjusters who have been providing services in Iowa on or before January 1, 2025, have until September 30, 2025, to obtain their Iowa license. Those who began after January 1, 2025, must obtain the license immediately.agentsync.io+3adjusterpro.com+3adjusterpro.com+3
Licensing Requirements: The process includes passing the exam, fingerprinting, a background check, and obtaining a $50,000 bond. Applications will likely be submitted through the National Insurance Producer Registry (NIPR).xcelsolutions.com+3adjusterpro.com+3pearsonvue.com+3
Continuing Education: Iowa will require adjusters to complete continuing education to maintain their license, details of which are forthcoming.adjusterpro.com

For more information and to prepare for the exam, visit AdjusterPro's Iowa Adjuster License page: adjusterpro.com.

Stay safe and prepared as we navigate this hurricane season. If you have any questions or need further information, feel free to reach out.

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Stephen

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