HURRICANE season is preparing to come back this year with an estimated 21 storms ready to strike the Atlantic.
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration predict that storms will be 60% above normal this hurricane season.
When does the 2021 hurricane season start?
Hurricane season officially starts June 1, 2020 and will last through November 30, 2021.
Acting NOAA administrator Ben Friedman said there is a 30% chance of a normal hurricane season and a 10% chance of a below normal season.
2020 was the most historic year for hurricanes as it was considered the most active with over 30 storms predicted in the Atlantic.
The states that usually get hit with the most hurricanes are:
- Florida
- Texas
- Louisiana
- North Carolina
- South Carolina
- Alabama
- Georgia
- Mississippi
- New York
- Massachusetts
According to Friedman, NOAA predicts six to 10 will become hurricanes with top winds of at least 74 mph.
Also, three to five of the hurricanes of 2021 are expected to become major hurricanes rated a category 3 or higher.
2021 Hurricanes
- Ana
- Bill
- Claudette
- Danny
- Elsa
- Fred
- Grace
- Henri
- Ida
- Julian
- Kate
- Larry
- Mindy
- Nicholas
- Odette
- Peter
- Rose
- Sam
- Teresa
- Victor
- Wanda
How do you prepare for a hurricane?
Centers for Disease Control (CDC) officials are urging Americans to begin making preparations for this hurricane season and have an evacuation route should they need to leave.
They are also suggesting to print out important documents and store hard copies somewhere safe in case a flood arises.
Additionally, it is recommended to shop for non-perishables, first-aid kits, medicine, water, and disaster supplies ahead of time to ensure safety.
Considering that hurricane season will occur during the coronavirus pandemic, officials are also advising people to stock up on hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol, bar or liquid soap, disinfectant wipes, and at least two masks for each person.
Hurricane Laura was the strongest and most destructive hurricane in the US in 2020, striking southwestern Louisiana.
Insurance company Aon estimated that Hurricane Laura caused $16billion in losses.
The company also estimated that hurricanes and tropical storms that hit the US in 2020 caused $37billion worth of damages.
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