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The article provides practical tips for residents in hurricane-prone areas to prepare their homes for flooding, emphasizing the importance of understanding climate change impacts, using flood-resistant building materials, elevating homes, and securing flood insurance to mitigate damage and costs.
The National Hurricane Center is monitoring five tropical waves as the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season begins, with no immediate tropical activity expected. AccuWeather forecasters warn of tropical downpours in the Caribbean, with a slight chance of storm formation. The season is predicted to be very active, with up to 25 named storms expected, driven by La Niña and record-warm water. Florida residents are advised to stay prepared and monitor updates.
The 2024 Atlantic hurricane season is expected to be highly active, with NOAA forecasting 17-25 named storms, 8-13 hurricanes, and 4-7 major hurricanes. The season runs from June 1 to November 30, with the peak typically occurring in August and September. Factors contributing to the aggressive forecast include extremely warm Atlantic waters and the potential development of a La Niña. Experts urge residents to prepare now, emphasizing the importance of having a plan, an emergency kit, and knowing evacuation zones.
Governor Ron DeSantis has declared a state of emergency for 33 counties in Florida as Tropical Depression 10 approaches. The depression is expected to strengthen and potentially become a hurricane. The Florida Division of Emergency Management is preparing resources and urging residents to have a plan and stocked hurricane supply kits. Various agencies are also preparing for the storm's impact.
CenterPoint Energy customers in Spring, Texas, are expected to have their power fully restored by Sunday after a storm on June 21 caused extensive damage to the company's equipment and infrastructure. As hurricane season approaches, CenterPoint Energy has protocols in place to prevent damage and react quickly to outages. The company is also evaluating the deployment of mobile generation to restore power. In the meantime, customers without power are advised to follow local guidance on where to go to stay cool.