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Hurricanes & Tropical Storms

Local and nationwide hurricane news, tracking maps, photos, video, satellite, radar, alerts, blogs and storm preparation guide

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Hurricane center chief to retire June 1

National Hurricane Center Director Bill Read, who took over the forecasting agency during a time of turmoil and leaves it much calmer, announced Saturday he will retire effective June 1.

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Caribbean satellite

Interactive Caribbean tracking map

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Interactive Pacific tracking map

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Hawaii satellite

Interactive Hawaii tracking map

BEFORE THE STORM

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Get organized, prepared

What to do when a storm threatens or is approaching

DURING THE STORM

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Don't panic during storm

What to do when a storm is hitting your area.

AFTER THE STORM

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Stay safe during aftermath

Tips on how to survive and recover after a storm

Storm Videos

Latest storm videos

SUPPLIES

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Food and water tips

BEFORE THE STORM Shopping list Here’s what you should buy now. Don’t wait for a storm, when lines will be long and supplies short.

CHECKLISTS

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Preparation key to readiness

This page contains links to many of our handy step-by-step guides to preparing for and surviving a hurricane.

PRINTABLE MAP

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Hurricane map

Download a printable map to track this year's hurricanes.

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Preparedness 101: Zombie Apocalypse

The CDC's humorous guide on how to prepare for a real emergency.

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Hurricane Basics

The ingredients for a hurricane include a pre-existing weather disturbance, warm tropical oceans, moisture, and relatively light winds aloft.

 

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