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Strong Storms Hit Central Florida as Hurricane Season Continues
Just yesterday afternoon, intense storms ran through Central Florida causing consequential damage specifically in DeLand. Flooding, as well as other issues occurred; many cities have trees, power lines, and other objects and debris that were tossed around by storm winds, causing damage to the surrounding areas. Winds gained enough strength and speed to call… Read More »
Two New Atlantic Systems: Storms to Come?
We have seen quite an active Atlantic hurricane season so far, and there are now two more areas that are being watched by the National Hurricane Center (NHC) for possible storm development. One of the systems is projected to hit central and western Carribean later this week, with possibilities of it forming into a… Read More »
As Dust Shield in Atlantic Weakens, Hurricane Season May Strengthen
Experts are predicting that this 2020 hurricane season may be one of the most active, extreme seasons yet. Up until now, there has been a dusty layer covering Florida and the Gulf/Caribbean, acting as a shield against possible storms. This shield is known as the Saharan African Layer, (SAL), which collects moisture that stops… Read More »
Tropical Wave on Watch: Next Depression in Coming Days?
A 15mph disturbance moving west-northwest is now on watch for South Floridians, as experts warn it could become the next depression- and possibly a named storm- this hurricane season. The wave is currently thousands of miles away and will pass the Leeward Islands this week, however the system could evolve into a tropical depression… Read More »
CSU revises hurricane forecast, named storms could be double that of normal year
Source: Palm Beach Post Colorado State University revised its seasonal hurricane forecast Wednesday, upping the number of named storms to 24 and calling for five major hurricanes of Cat 3 or stronger. The new forecast, which is updated each August ahead of the peak of hurricane season, includes the nine named storms that have already come and gone,… Read More »
Hurricane Isaias Causes Miami-Dade to Close Parks, Marinas, Golf Courses in Preparation for Possible Effects
Source: NBC6 Miami-Dade County is preparing for possible effects from Tropical Storm Isaias this weekend as most of South Florida remained in the forecast cone Thursday. At a video news conference Thursday afternoon, Miami-Dade Mayor Carlos Gimenez urged residents to be prepared for whatever the storm may bring. “There’s still a lot of uncertainty… Read More »
South Texas Warns Others While Facing Hurricane Hanna and COVID Surges
This past Saturday, Hurricane Hanna, the first storm of the 2020 Atlantic season, hit the South Texas Coast, sending heavy wind and rain through the area. The storm’s winds were predicted to hit a 300-mile area of the shoreline, and leave about 18 inches of rain through Monday. This natural disaster hit as the… Read More »
Increasing Amount of Named Storms in 2020 Season
The 2020 hurricane season has had quite the start within the Atlantic Ocean. So far, there have been six tropical storms- Arthur, Bertha, Cristobal, Dolly, Edouard, and Fay. Experts are saying that more storms are expected to come. While facing this hurricane season, it is important to make sure you are prepared in every… Read More »
Tropical system slowly organizing on a path towards Florida – Are you prepared?
The tropical disturbance in the Atlantic is still trying to get organized but if it can form, it will be named Tropical Storm Isaias. The National Hurricane Center’s cone aims across the Dominican Republic and toward Florida, but the future path and strength of the storm are uncertain. For now, be ready to take… Read More »
Hurricane Season Prep Amidst the COVID-19 Pandemic
During normal times, preparing for hurricane season can be overwhelming. Now with the addition of the COVID-19 pandemic, people find themselves struggling more than ever to prepare. It is important to stay calm and take the necessary precautions in order to face hurricane season. Give yourself additional time to get emergency food, water, and… Read More »
