Hurricane safety is associated with hurricane awareness. Hurricane safety measures are particularly designed for people inhabiting in hurricane prone locations. These measures make you aware of the possible dangers of hurricane and let you know the evacuation routes. Popular channels in television and radio, broadcast hurricane safety and awareness during the yearly hurricane season, which starts from the first week of June and continues till the last week of November.

Warnings for Hurricanes

Warnings for hurricanes are issued just one day before the occurrence of storms. These warnings also warn you against high waves and severe high tides. Usually hurricane warning predicts a strong wind with an average wind speed of 74 miles per hour.

Hurricane Related Watch

Hurricane related watch predicts the possibility of hurricane that is about to break out in the following 36 hours. Hurricane watch gives ample scope to take necessary safety measures well before the actual thunderstorm. Hurricane watch is highly useful for those living in coastal area or involved in fishing related activities.

Hurricane Safety Measures

• All people living in hurricane prone region are suggested to check the daily hurricane warnings during the hurricane season.

• Once you receive a hurricane warning, don't forget to chalk out a disaster management plan.

• If you have pets, you can even prepare them against the possible threats of hurricanes as par the suggestions of veterinarian.

• Glass windows must be covered with strong sheets.

• Keep the gasoline tank of your car fully filled.

• Keep some ready cash with you.
• Make sure that you have a sufficient number of batteries and a NOAA weather radio. Because satellite channels may remain closed immediately after the storm.