Before any predictions are out and the first storm even forms, there is only one certainty meteorologists have heading into the new season. That is the list of names of the storms that could come ourMore >>
Here is a list of the 2013 Tropical Cyclone Names for the Atlantic Basin.
Predictions of tropical activity in the 2011 season Source Date Namedstorms Hurricanes Majorhurricanes Average (1950–2000) 9.6 5.9 2.3 Record high activityMore >>
Hurricane Authorities and Storm Team Five's Hurricane Predictions.More >>
There are several terms that we use during hurricane season that are not used any other time during the year. Here are a few of them and definitions of the terms as well. The Atlantic Basin This area coversMore >>
Terms you need to know during hurricane season!More >>
We classify tropical systems by Maximum sustained wind speeds. This helps determine possible damage after a storm makes landfall as well as helps define the severity of a tropical system. Hurricanes areMore >>
Terms you need to know during hurricane season!More >>
Tropical storms Before the 1987 Atlantic hurricane season, tropical storm alerts were described as Gale Watches / Warnings, not distinguished from non-tropical storms. Tropical Storm Watch A tropicalMore >>
Terms you need to know during hurricane season!More >>
Here are some helpful tips to prepare your family before the storm. First, Make plans to secure your property. Be sure trees and shrubs around your home are well trimmed. Clear loose and clogged rain guttersMore >>
During the impact of a Hurricane, remember these helpful hints to help you and your family survive the storm. Keep your TV tuned in to News Channel as long as you can. If the power goes out and you doMore >>
After the storm moves out, remember these tips. Listen for reports about boil water advisories. Look out for downed trees and power lines. If you come across a downed power line remember that you cannotMore >>
Here are tips to keep you and your family safe this hurricane season. Before the storm arrives, have a disaster kit prepared and ready, fully stocked up with non-perishable foods, bottled water, firstMore >>
Tips to keep your family safe this hurricane season.More >>
News Channel 5 offers a few different ways for everyone to stay ahead of the weather. One of the features that we offer is our Weather App and interactive radar onto your Android or Apple powered smartMore >>
Check out our Storm Team 5 "On The Go" Weather App! Click here for more information!More >>
FEMA Flood Plain Maps (<-- Click here to find your flood plain maps) During the event of a tropical making landfall and affecting CenLA, something to think about will be whether or not you are in an areaMore >>
FEMA Flood Plain Maps During the event of a tropical making landfall and affecting CenLA, something to think about will be whether or not you are in an area that is prone to flooding or what the riskMore >>
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Hurricane season in the eastern Pacific began today and, right on cue, the first named storm appeared. Tropical Storm Alvin formed earlier today about 665 miles SSW of Acapulco, Mexico. Alvin is movingMore >>
Hurricane season in the eastern Pacific began today and, right on cue, the first named storm appeared. Tropical Storm Alvin formed earlier today about 665 miles SSW of Acapulco, Mexico. Alvin is movingMore >>