An average season has 11 named storms, including six hurricanes for which two reach major status. This year NOAA is predicting an average hurricane season with only around 12 named storms.
2004 took everyone by surprise, including myself. Having lived in the Central Florida area for almost 35 years and never coming close to the storm activity that we experienced in the last couple of years, I learned a thing or two about hurricanes and how to be better prepared. The following list contains pointers that after weathering (no pun intended) 3 hurricanes of 2004, I would like to share:
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Hurricane Sales Tax Holiday for the first 12 days of Hurricane Season.
Hurricane Information provides local tips and advie on protecting yourself and your home before a Hurricane Warning is issued.
