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The “cone of uncertainty” produced by the National Hurricane Center to forecast the location and ferocity of a tropical storm is getting an update this year to include predictions for inland areas, where wind and flooding are sometimes more treacherous than damage to the coasts. The goal of the expanded forecast cone is to make sure people who don’t live along a coast are aware of the dangers they could still face and features colors to show which places face threats in a much broader way than before. https://lnkd.in/gfc26YxD

"I’d highlight a couple of things. First, windspeeds are not everything with a hurricane. The storm surge can be deadly as can intense rainfall and flooding, both in rivers and streams, but also surface water flooding. And, as noted, hurricanes can spawn tornadoes, which were very destructive in Hurricane Andrew, 1992 when it made landfall in Florida." Read more at: https://lnkd.in/g4ndA4eX

As hurricane season approaches, it's essential to prepare adequately for potential impacts. Here are some practical tips you can share with your clients: 1. Strengthen Your Property: Invest in storm-resistant improvements like storm shutters and reinforced roofing to minimize damage. 2. Review Insurance Coverage: Ensure your property and possessions are adequately covered, including considering flood insurance as standard policies may not cover flood damage. 3. Prepare an Emergency Kit: Stock up on essentials like water, non-perishable food, batteries, and first aid supplies to sustain yourself during and after the storm. 4. Establish a Communication Plan: Plan how you'll communicate with family members during a disaster, especially if cellular service is disrupted. 5. Stay Informed: Stay updated on storm developments and follow local evacuation orders to ensure your safety. *This is a great opportunity to explain to your clients that you will be using Earthvisionz V-Alert to send them alerts about threats to their property. If you are interested in more information on the 2024 Hurricane season make sure you are signed up for Earthvisionz Insights, our monthly newsletter. May’s issue will be out soon and it will include a link to our 2024 Hurricane Outlook, which is packed with what you need to know to be ready for the 2024 hurricane season! Sign up for our newsletter: https://lnkd.in/gnCFvQxw

Hey everyone, just read this article on The Independent about the potential economic impact of Hurricane Beryl. It's a reminder of how powerful natural disasters can be and the importance of preparedness. Let's keep an eye on the impact on both the US and the small islands affected by the storm. #HurricaneBeryl #NaturalDisasters #EconomicImpact https://ift.tt/3vU75mc

The National Hurricane Center is projecting Beryl to make landfall as a Category 1 hurricane along the lower or middle Texas coast. That’s where it warns of “a danger of life-threatening storm surge inundation,” and “damaging hurricane-force winds.”
In addition, heavy rains, totaling at least 5 to 10 inches, are projected inland, bringing the threat of flash and urban flooding. And this system appears prone to produce a few quick-hitting tropical tornadoes, which could affect the greater #Houston metro area even if landfall ends up being much farther to the west.

No Clear Consensus on Hurricane Lee’s Future; East Coast Impacts Remain a Possibility. But there is clear consensus that Krisis Flood Bags protect home contents and business assets/inventory from flood waters. They have been tested up to 30 days, fully submerged underwater and all of the contents remained dry. Got to www.krisisbags.com today and order yours. Hurricane Season is still very active for another 45 days. https://lnkd.in/gmh4q6Mj

Hurricane Hilary will provide a year’s worth of water over the next several days to parts of Southern California, Arizona and Nevada. Outside the advantages of bountiful water, there will be damage due to flooding and wind. This is California’s first tropical storm warning, a downgrade from a hurricane, but still powerful. The eye of the storm is headed towards Palm Springs. The risk of flash flooding in the desert areas is high. Death Valley, for example, averages 2.2” of rain per year. Hilary is estimated to deliver up to 3” in the next 48 hours. Just in: "The potentially historic amount of rainfall is expected to cause flash, urban, and arroyo flooding including landslides, mudslides and debris flows. Dangerous to locally catastrophic flooding impacts are expected through early Monday morning," the National Hurricane Center warned in their discussion on Sunday morning.

These are some more tips to be prepared as Hurricane Idalia continues to strengthen in the Caribbean and is expected to impact Florida and other areas of the southeast US later this week as a major hurricane. Stay updated on this system by visiting NOAA's National Hurricane Center website. www.nhc.noaa.gov Take the threat seriously - As waters continue to warm, storms are moving at a rapid rate, and they are much more powerful. Do not underestimate this storm, it has the potential to cause life threatening storm surge and flooding to many counties in Florida. Check with local officials and stay up to date on evacuation warnings. If you are told to evacuate, please listen it is better to be safe than sorry.  Additional cost-saving activities include: filling up all your bathtubs with water to use to flush the toilet in case the power or water supply is cut off. Filling up gas grill tanks for cooking outdoors to keep the house cool if the power goes out. Ensuring you have a carbon monoxide detector. If you are near the water, move your vehicle to higher ground or a parking garage.  Stay prepared and be safe. Stay updated: www.nhc.noaa.gov Disaster Preparedness Tax Free: https://loom.ly/BLxrro0 Red Cross Checklist: https://loom.ly/0OGZADc  #Disaster #Preparedness #Hurricane #Diversity #Inclusion #Equity #Safety #IDIEM

Hurricane Beryl Update! • Post-Tropical Cyclone Beryl is expected to bring Severe Thunderstorms, heavy rain, and flooding to the Midwest, Eastern Great Lakes, and Northeast • Beryl will continue moving northeastward through Ohio and into Ontario, with rainfall increasing over northern areas of New York and New England • High risk of severe thunderstorms is expected in the Lower Great Lakes / interior Northeast • Flash Flooding and Excessive Rainfall risks will be greater over parts of northeastern New York into northern Vermont / New Hampshire • Weather conditions will settle down considerably over the Northeast by Thursday Make sure to follow to stay informed as Hurricane Beryl advances, and keep an eye out for future warnings, watches, and other updates. #TeamLuzzi #SERVPRO #TropicalStorm #StormWarning #HurricaneBeryl