Hurricane Season 2011 Begins - Are You Ready?

Wed, 06/01/2011 - 12:00 PM

Today, June 1^st, marks the start of the 2011 hurricane season. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), it’s going to be an above normal season. NOAA predicts between 3 to 6 major (categories 3, 4, and 5) hurricanes.

With the prediction of between 12-18 named storms this season, it is important for libraries to be prepared. Visit the UPDATED Hurricane Preparedness & Response for Florida Public Libraries web portal for helpful information.

For the full report, read: NOAA hurricane outlook indicates an above-normal Atlantic season