Hurricane Preparedness

Get to know the history, hazards, and ways to protect yourself before, during and after a hurricane. This information can be used to save lives at work, home, while on the road, or on the water.
National Hurricane Center
Get the latest tropical forecasts from the National Hurricane Center.
The Hurricane Hunters
The 53rd Weather Reconnaissance Squadron, known as the Hurricane Hunters of the Air Force Reserve, is one-of-a-kind: the only Department of Defense organization still flying into tropical storms and hurricanes--since 1944.

Atlantic Tropical Weather Center
Since 1995, this has been the internet's most comprehensive listing of websites offering information on hurricanes, radar and satellite data.
GOES Satellites
Geostationary Satellite Server gives Infrared, Visible and Water Vapor imagery. You can view a single snap-shot or a loop of up to 12 images.
FEMA Official Website
Federal Emergency Management Agency
Governor's Office of Homeland Security & Emergency Preparedness
When time sensitive information is vital to mission accomplishment, the GOHSEP staff  is poised and ready to serve the people of Louisiana at a moments notice.
How Do Hurricanes Form?
Hurricanes form through an exchange of warm, humid air and cold, unstable air between the upper and lower atmosphere.
Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Scale
The Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Scale is a 1-5 rating based on the hurricane's present intensity. This is used to give an estimate of the potential property damage and flooding expected along the coast.
Hurricane Safety Information
TAKING ACTION is easy as 1-2-3.
Your Evacuation Plan
Things to keep in mind during an evacuation.
Disaster Supply Kit
The essential tools to survive during a natural disaster.
Hurricane FAQ's
Glossary of Hurricane Terms
Glossary of Hurricane Terms
Before A Hurricane
Preparations before a hurricane strikes.
During an Evacuation
When community evacuations become necessary, KLFY-TV10 will be notified by local officials.
During a Hurricane
Listen to KLFY-TV10 for the latest updates.
After a Hurricane
What to do after a hurricane strikes.
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