Hurricanes and tropical storms that affect North Carolina normally form in the Atlantic Ocean off the coast of western Africa between the months of June and November with the peak season occurring in early September. The strength of hurricanes is rated by the Saffir-Simpson Scale.
Below are links to websites and other resources for hurricane preparedness:
NOAA’s Hurricane Preparedness website
NWS Online Weather School – Tropical Cyclone
NOAA’s Historical Hurricane Tracks Tool
“Get Ready North Carolina!” video
Below are useful publications:
Hurricanes – Unleashing Nature’s Fury – NOAA
Hurricane Preparedness Fact Sheet – FEMA
Hurricane Season & Flooding – FEMA
Inland Flooding Caused by Hurricanes – FEMA
Be Red Cross Ready – Returning Home After a Hurricane or Flood
