Understand Hurricane Forecasts

Hurricane Preparedness

5 Steps to Prep

Backup Power Plan

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Hurricane Preparedness

Understand Forecasts

5 Steps to Prep

Forecast Information

Rely ONLY on Official Information

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National Hurricane Center

Local NWS Office

5 Steps to Prep

"News" & "Weather" Websites / Apps Sensationalize Emergency Information.

Follow NWS & NHC + Local Government on Social Media

Forecast Information

5 Steps to Prep

Forecast Information

Know the Difference

Hurricane Watch

A Hurricane is Possible. Get Ready or Evacuate

A Hurricane is Arriving. Finish Prep & Go to a Safe Space

Hurricane Warning

5 Steps to Prep

Forecast Information

Other Watches & Warnings Associated with Hurricanes

Storm Surge Tornado Flash Flooding Extreme Wind

5 Steps to Prep

Forecast Information

Don't Be Fooled by Storm Size, Category, or Wind Speed

Look for Potential Impacts and Key Messages from the NHC

40" of Rain from Tropical Storm Allison

5 Steps to Prep

The Forecast Cone Does Not Measure the Size of the Storm. Deadly Impacts Occur Outside the Forecast Cone.

Backup Power Plan

Prep for an alternate power source to run lights, refrigerators, heating & cooling, medical equipment and other critcal circuits until the utility restores power.