Despite a couple of storms that got the jump on the 2012 Hurricane Season, some forecasters are predicting that this year may see fewer storms than normal as the result of El Nino forming in the Pacific, which could means a damper on hurricane activity in the Atlantic. The prediction was detailed in a new […]
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How El Nino Will Affect the 2012 Hurricane Season
Today, June 1st, marks the beginning of the Atlantic Hurricane Season. Experts are predicting a less active season and the arrival of El Niño could have something to do with it. La Niña, associated with creating Atlantic Hurricane favorable conditions, dissipated during April 2012 and has transitioned to ENSO (El Niño – Southern Oscillation) neutral […]
6 Steps To Get Your Business Ready for Hurricane Damage
When it comes to hurricane season, preparation is key! This is especially important if you are responsible for a company. Hurricane Safety is as important for homeowners as it is for business owners. You have employees to consider as well as your building and business materials. While preparing your business for a hurricane may seem […]
10 Hurricanes for the 2010 Season So Far
At the beginning of the 2010 season, you may remember that the NOAA predicted that there would be 8-14 hurricanes and 14-23 tropical storms this season! Well, they were right on the money! To date, there have been 10 hurricanes and 7 tropical storms named in the Atlantic alone. The Pacific has seen four tropical […]
Disaster Hurricane Preparation Checklist for Business
Hurricane Safety is as important for homeowners as it is for business owners. As part of our Hurricane Preparation for Business Series, here is a general checklist of what to do before during and after a disaster: 1. Know Your Risk. Check your hurricane evacuation level and FEMA flood maps to determine if your business […]
Keeping Your Dogs, Cats, Birds and Pets Safe this Hurricane Season
Amazingly enough, in doing our research for our latest article, we were shocked that both FEMA and the ASPCA warn pet owners NOT to leave their pets at home should they have to evacuate during a hurricane. We couldn’t fathom abandoning our pets! Anyways, we have compiled an article to help pet owners devise a […]