Hurricane season begins June 1, and experts from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration are predicting 13 to 19 named storms. Of the named storms, 6-10 are likely to become hurricanes. They are forecasting 3-5 major hurricanes meaning winds of 111 miles per hour or higher.
The season is expected to be above normal due several factors such as warmer than average ocean temperatures, forecasts for weak wind shear and the potential for higher activity from the West African Monsoon, a primary starting point for Atlantic hurricanes. All of these elements favor tropical storm formation.
Take heed of expert advice: protect life and property by making an emergency plan, preparing resources and shoring up your knowledge. Visit the Hurricane Preparedness page on the Organizational Resilience SharePoint for various outside resources and information.