What to Know Before Traveling During Hurricane Season, According to a Native Floridian
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Forecasters are predicting above-normal hurricane activity this year, with NOAA estimating 13 to 19 named storms, including 3 to 5 major hurricanes. Travelers to Florida, the Caribbean, or Mexico should consider the implications of potential hurricane disruptions. Understanding the hurricane risk of different destinations is crucial, as cities and islands vary significantly in their vulnerability and recovery capabilities. Larger cities generally have better resources and evacuation plans, while more remote or low-lying areas may face severe outages and longer recovery times.
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is forecasting a range of 13 to 19 total named storms. Of those, 6-10 are forecast to become hurricanes, including 3-5 major hurricanes.
While the odds of a storm hitting your exact destination at your exact time of travel are slim, the reality is that hurricanes can and do disrupt vacations.
Understand your destination's risk level. Not all regions are equally vulnerable to hurricanes; storm severity and local infrastructure vary widely.
Larger cities tend to have more resources and better evacuation plans, while islands and low-lying areas may face prolonged outages and slower recovery.
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