Hurricane season is the time of year when hurricanes are expected to form in the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico. It lasts from June through November, with the peak of activity from August through September.
Nor’easters are storm systems that pick up moisture as they travel up the Atlantic coast. These storms can cause heavy rain or snow, strong winds and coastal flooding. They are most common from September through April.
Preparing for a Storm:
- Familiarize yourself with the terms that are used to identify a hurricane threats.
- Hurricane Watch: Issued when there is a threat of hurricane conditions in 24 to 36 hours.
- Hurricane Warning: Issued when dangerously high water and rough seas are expected in 24 hours or less.
- Plan how you will leave and where you will go if told to evacuate.
- Have a Go Bag of emergency supplies ready in case you have to evacuate.
Secure your property. - To protect your windows from high winds, cover them with pre-cut plywood or hurricane shutters.
- Bring in all outdoor furniture, decorations, garbage cans and anything else that is not tied down.
- Keep all trees and shrubs well trimmed.
- If you have a car, fill the gas tank in case you have to evacuate.
During a Storm:
- Listen to NOAA Weather Radio, watch TV, listen to the radio or check the Internet often for official news and instructions as they become available.
- Be alert for tornadoes and flooding.
- If you see a funnel cloud or if local authorities issue a tornado warning take shelter underground, if possible or in an interior room away from windows.
- If waters are rising quickly or local authorities issue a floor of flash flood warning, seek higher ground.
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