Hurricanes and Tropical Storms

Miami-Dade County provides residents with explicit guidance on evacuation in the event of a hurricane or severe tropical storm. The county uses a three-tiered zone system to help residents decide when it is time to seek shelter.

Whenever a tropical storm hits the news, you begin to hear talk of hurricane categories. Questions like “What category will this storm be when it hits Florida?” and “Do you think this will be a category 5 storm?” dominate local conversation. You might have a vague understanding that the higher the category, the stronger the storm, but do you really know what these categories are all about?

What was the deadliest hurricane of all time? The costliest? What state has taken the most direct hurricane hits? How often, on average, do major hurricanes hit the US? I've come up with some stats and facts that may surprise you. How's your hurricane knowledge?

Hurricane season is back! We all worry about the damage a hurricane can do, and it helps to be prepared in advance of the storm. Here are some tips to help you weather the storm.

Hurricanes are dangerous events. Those of us who have lived through one of these fierce storms are aware of their awesome potential. If you're new to the area, it's easy to fall victim to the "How bad can a storm be?" syndrome. In this article, we look at the simple measures you can take now to ensure that your family is ready for hurricane season.

When tropical storm season strikes in South Florida, the media bombards us with dramatic accounts of each storm that threatens our coast. You’ll hear alarmist pronouncements about hurricane watches and warnings being posted for different parts of our region, but do you really understand the difference?