Tag: Hurricane Prep

Tropical Storm Barry expected to hit land with increased intensity.

Gulf Coast Tropical Depression Forecast to Hit Land as Hurricane

Hurricanes

7/10/2019 - By Doyle Rice. The second storm of the 2019 Atlantic hurricane season is expected to form Wednesday or Thursday along the Gulf Coast. The weather system, currently spinning off the coast of the Florida Panhandle, could either form as a tropical depression or a tropical storm. If the depression's winds reach 39 mph, it… SEE MORE

A nearly normal hurricane season is predicted by NOAA

NOAA Predicts Near Normal Atlantic Hurricane Season

Hurricanes

5/27/2019 - NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center is predicting that a near-normal Atlantic hurricane season is most likely this year. This outlook forecasts a 40% chance of a near-normal season, a 30% chance of an above-normal season and a 30% chance of a below-normal season. The hurricane season officially extends from June 1… SEE MORE

A Guide to Preparing Marinas and Boats for Hurricanes

Hurricanes

5/8/2019 - Boat owners from Maine to Texas have a reason to become edgy in the late summer and fall: Each year, on average, two hurricanes will come ashore somewhere along the Gulf or Atlantic coasts, destroying homes, sinking boats, and turning people's lives topsy turvy for weeks, or even months. This… SEE MORE

A U.S. Army Soldier rescues a dog during Hurricane Florence response operations. (Photo Credit: U.S. Army photo )

5 Pet Safety Tips for Storm Preparedness

Nature

5/6/2019 - Thorough emergency preparedness is important during severe storm weather, particularly in areas where pet owners may be forced to leave their homes. But what about more common thunderstorms or tornados? Here are five smart and simple tips from the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center to make storms safer and less… SEE MORE

Hurricane Prep

Preparing a Home for Hurricane Force Winds: 5 Parts of the House to Address

Hurricanes

1/23/2019 - Every year, a number of named storms are predicted. Of these, an average of 1.75 a year will become hurricanes. When these storms come, they can leave extensive damage in their wake — $21.6 billion, on average. While it's impossible to guarantee a home emerges from a hurricane unscathed, it… SEE MORE

Hurricanes Katia, Irma and Jose in September 2017

Hurricane and Storm Prep: Advice for Boaters and Coastal Residents

Hurricanes

9/11/2018 - Here are some tips and advice on how to prepare for an incoming hurricane: For Boaters: There is little that can be done on board once a Category 2 or above hurricane arrives. Make your preparations, EARLY, and seek shelter on shore. Check your insurance for a named storm clause… SEE MORE