Monday, June 1, 2009

2009 Atlantic Hurricane Season Begins

Today (June 1st marks the start of the Atlantic Tropical season. NOAA forecasters are expecting a near average season with 9-14 named storms, 4-7 hurricanes, and 1-3 major hurricanes. An average season has 11 named storms, 6 hurricanes, and 2 major hurricanes. Note these numbers do not indicate landfalling storms.

Just because an average season is expected, you still need to be prepared. Go to http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/HAW2/english/prepare/family_plan.shtml for preparedness information.

You can also track the tropical systems at www.nhc.noaa.gov

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