While the summer storm season is in full swing, Spectrum Bay News 9 and our Weather Experts want to make sure you're well prepared when severe weather threatens. Our Storm Season 2018 section has everything you need to stay ahead of the storm and what to do in the aftermath.
INTERACTIVE STORM TRACKER
INFORMATION YOU NEED TO KNOW
HURRICANE QUIZ
Are you a weather expert? Take our interactive quiz and put your knowledge of tropical storms, hurricanes -- past and present -- to the test. [START QUIZ]
HURRICANE MYTHS
To duct tape or to not duct tape? Should you fill your bathtub for drinking water? Here's the lowdown on several common hurricane myths. [SEE MYTHS]
LATEST STORM SEASON NEWS
Hurricane Prep Tips
Do you have a communications plan for you and your family? Having a plan in place well ahead of time is essential. Here are a few things to keep in mind before, during and after a storm. [ MORE DETAILS ]
Supply Checklist
Be prepared ahead of time by assembling a supply kit ahead of time, so you're not rushing to the busy stores right before a storm hits. Here's what you need and how to get it. [ MORE DETAILS ]
WATCH: HAVE A PLAN BEFORE THE STORM
AFTER THE STORM
Just because the storm has passed does not mean the danger is over. Here's a list of what you need to do after a tropical cyclone passes over your area, such as watching out for road hazards and filing insurance claims.
SATELLITES
Keep a close eye on areas where hurricanes form with our satellite views.
TRAVEL INFO
Be on the know before you go with up-to-date travel information.
2018 STORM NAMES
Alberto | Beryl | Chris | Debby | Ernesto | Florence | Gordon | Helene | Isaac | Joyce | Kirk | Leslie | Michael | Nadine | Oscar | Patty | Rafael | Sara | Tony | Valerie | William
Spectrum Bay News 9's Weather Experts are dedicated to bring you the information you need to keep you and your family safe during hurricane season.
- Supply kit checklist
- What to do before and during a storm
- Reminders on keeping your pets safe
- Hurricane tracking chart
- Tips for filing insurance claims
- Spectrum Bay News 9's 2018 Hurricane Preparedness Guide
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FIND A SHELTER
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HURRICANE WEBSITES
- National Hurricane Center -- Maintains a continuous watch on tropical systems over the Atlantic, Caribbean, Gulf of Mexico and eastern Pacific.
- Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) -- Coordinates response to disasters occuring within the United States.
- Florida Emergency Management -- Prepares for disasters within Florida, and helps in the recovery process.
- National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) -- Federal agency focused on the conditions of the oceans and atmosphere. Provides information and resouces for dealing with hurricanes.
- U.S. Postal Service: Mail Service Updates -- In the event of severe weather, the USPS will list post office closings and mail entry limits on its website.
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