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.