Hurricanes
We are well into the Atlantic Hurricane Season: June 1 — November 30. The peak time is September.
The official list for 2025 is posted.
In addition, the severity predictions have been announced.
Erin is now brewing off the Atlantic Coast. You can follow her current status at Weather.com. As of this writing, she is a Category 4 storm.
Several online sites offer suggestions for Hurricane Safety Checklists. Generally, it is recommended that individuals gather these supplies and make plans before the hurricane season. However, if you have not yet done so, now is the time to do so. If you have supplies, check to be sure everything is in a preplanned location, you have fresh water and batteries, and that nothing is outdated. Sometimes gear and items “wander off” during the year: it's time to round them up.
Supplies are essential, but one should also identify their personal evacuation zone, consider evacuation routes, and alternative routes. The map in this link provides designated routes. You can zoom in to determine your specific area. Be sure to top off your gas tank now before demand rises.
If you are in the predicted affected area, please take appropriate precautions and follow instructions from your local weather channel as well as NOAA Weather Radio.
