Hurricane Season

The National Hurricane Center released its first daily outlook for the Atlantic, Caribbean and Gulf on Friday which showed no tropical activity was expected over the next week.

In Florida, hurricane preparation works best when it begins before the season ever tests it. Even a small step now can lower risk and reduce pressure later.

Clear skies can be misleading. In Florida, some of the most dangerous hurricane hazards begin after the storm—during cleanup, return, and recovery.

Focusing on protection during the storm is mission critical. In Florida, that can mean wind, water, and tornadoes all unfolding at the same time.

In Florida, evacuation and final preparations need to happen before conditions deteriorate—because the safe window often closes faster than expected.

The forecast cone shows the likely path of a storm’s center—but in Florida, dangerous impacts often extend far beyond it.

The Hurricane Awareness Tour is scheduled for stops along the Gulf Coast. This free event showcases the two main hurricane hunter planes and staff members who fly them.

The best time to prepare in Florida is before hurricane season ramps up—when supplies, insurance decisions, and evacuation plans can be made without pressure.

The first named cyclone in the Atlantic basin typically forms around June 20, with meteorologists tracking the first hurricane by Aug. 11. The first name will be Arthur.

Hurricane impacts can include storm surge, inland flooding, destructive wind, tornadoes, and more.