Hurricane season begins June 1, and experts from Colorado State University are predicting volatile storms at nearly 170% of the average season activity recorded between 1991 and 2020. Of 23 named storms, 11 are likely to become hurricanes. No fewer than five are expected to become major hurricanes with 111 mile per hour winds.
Although El Niño climate patterns currently exist in the tropical Pacific, La Niña conditions are expected by peak season, August through October. The expected decrease in upper-level westerly winds from the Caribbean to the tropical Atlantic should result in a lower vertical wind shear and a likelihood of increasing numbers of stronger hurricanes. Learn more about El Niño and La Niña weather patterns here.
Take heed of expert advice: protect life and property by making an emergency plan, preparing resources and shoring up your knowledge. Multiple agencies offer help:
Employee Disaster Roster (EDR) Enrollment is Open
Annual registration for the Employee Disaster Roster is required of all team members. You will elect to be part of the Prep Team, Ride-Out Team and/or Relief Team. Details for each team are listed in the form. Work with your leader to agree on the appropriate role for you. Note, if you’re on the ride-out team, you can use this easy checklist to pack your at-work disaster bag with 5-7 days of essential supplies.