NOAA Expects Busy Atlantic Hurricane Season
An "active to extremely active" hurricane season is expected for the Atlantic Basin this year according to the seasonal outlook issued by NOAA's Climate Prediction Center - a division of the National Weather Service. As with every hurricane season, this outlook underscores the importance of having a hurricane preparedness plan in place.
Across the entire Atlantic Basin for the six-month season, which begins June 1, NOAA is projecting a 70% probability of 14 to 23 named storms with winds of 39 mph of higher occurring. Out of those storms, 8 to 14 could be a Category 1 or higher. Then, 3 to 7 of those could turn into major hurricanes. (Category 3, 4, or 5)
| Category |
Wind Speed(mph) |
Damage |
| 1 |
74 - 95 |
Very dangerous winds will produce some damage |
| 2 |
96 - 110 |
Extremely dangerous winds will cause extensive damage |
| 3 |
111 - 130 |
Devastating damage will occur |
| 4 |
131 - 155 |
Catastrophic damage will occur |
| 5 |
> 155 |
Catastrophic damage will occur |
2012 Tropical Storm and Hurricane Names
For more information, visit: http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/index.shtml
| Alberto |
Leslie |
| Beryl |
Michael |
| Chris |
Nadine |
| Debby |
Oscar |
| Ernesto |
Patty |
| Florence |
Rafael |
| Gordon |
Sandy |
| Helene |
Tony |
| Isaac |
Valerie |
| Joyce |
William |
| Kirk |
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| Did you know? |
A hurricane and a tropical storm have their own symbols.
Storms that originate in the Pacific Ocean are called typhoons.
Remember!! If you see a fallen electrical wire, stay away!
Always keep drinks away from electrical things because you could get
a shock.
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