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Emergency resources that could benefit Veterans during severe weather or other emergencies.

Hurricane season starts June 1 and runs through November 30. Are you prepared for hurricane season? The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) predicts an above-normal 2021

Atlantic hurricane season. The National Hurricane Center (NHC) maintains a continuous watch on tropical cyclones and areas of disturbed weather over the Atlantic, Caribbean, Gulf of Mexico,

and the Eastern Pacific. 

Regardless of how much activity is predicted, we should all prepare for every season. The seasonal outlook does not predict where or when a storm may hit. Landfall is dictated by weather

patterns in place as the storm approaches.

Never underestimate the value of being prepared! Check out the information below to learn more about hurricanes, hazards associated with hurricanes, and what you can do to prepare.

Part of preparing for a hurricane is understanding the National Weather Service (NWS) forecast products, especially the meaning of NWS watches and warnings. 

The best time to prepare for a hurricane is before hurricane season begins on June 1. It is vital to understand your home's vulnerability to storm surge, flooding, and wind. Here is your

checklist of things to do BEFORE hurricane seasons begins.

When a hurricane threatens your community, be prepared to evacuate if you live in a storm surge risk area. Allow enough time to pack and inform friends and family if you need to leave your

home.