Hurricane

The National Hurricane Center now expects Hurricane Ian to be just off the west coast of Florida from Tampa Bay to Cedar Key. GRAPHIC/THE WEATHER CHANNEL

The National Hurricane Center now expects Hurricane Ian to be just off the west coast of Florida from Tampa Bay to Cedar Key. GRAPHIC/THE WEATHER CHANNEL

Morning update: HURRICANE Ian; models edging east and hurricane watches up for Tampa Bay area; what to expect and when

Staff Report
Monday, September 26, 2022
The National Hurricane Center upgraded Ian to a hurricane overnight, expect it to be a major Category 3 storm by tomorrow, and Osceola County will begin to feel the effects of heavy rains by Wednesday morning. Those were part of the 5 a.m. NHC update.
GRAPHIC/NATIONAL HURRICANE CENTER The National Hurricane Center is the source for storm graphics, including the infamous “cone of projected movement” that is disseminated by other media outlets.

GRAPHIC/NATIONAL HURRICANE CENTER The National Hurricane Center is the source for storm graphics, including the infamous “cone of projected movement” that is disseminated by other media outlets.

How to use the Hurricane Center website

News Staff
Thursday, July 7, 2022
The National Hurricane Center is the authority on identifying and tracking named storms and hurricanes, and the seedling low-pressure centers that they form from.
PHOTO/METRO It can take just a matter of days for a hurricane to form if the temperature is warm and there is a lot of water vapor rising from the ocean.

PHOTO/METRO It can take just a matter of days for a hurricane to form if the temperature is warm and there is a lot of water vapor rising from the ocean.

The science behind hurricanes

News Staff
Thursday, July 7, 2022
Metro Creative During certain times of the year, residents of various areas of the world contend with some of the most violent storms imaginable. Depending on where they touch down, these storms may be known as typhoons, cyclones or hurricanes.
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How businesses can prepare for natural disasters

News Staff
Thursday, July 7, 2022
Metro Creative Disaster preparedness strategies can help communities overcome floods, fires, hurricanes, and storms. Many of these strategies focus on helping residents of communities that are prone to storms protect themselves and their homes from the wrath of Mother Nature.
PHOTO/METRO Before you ever have to make a storm claim, get familiar with certain policy details like your deductible and how your payout is calculated.

PHOTO/METRO Before you ever have to make a storm claim, get familiar with certain policy details like your deductible and how your payout is calculated.

Hit by a storm? Here’s how to file a claim

News Staff
Thursday, July 7, 2022
By Pat Howard PolicyGenius.com A storm has come through the area, and your home has sustained damage, an insurable loss. Prior to filing a homeowners insurance claim, look over your policy to see if the damage you’re claiming is covered by your policy.
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