Weather is more unpredictable than ever before, and homeowners should take stock of the outdoor power equipment they have in their garages and sheds to handle ensuing damage left behind. Preparation …
Hurricane season started June 1, 2025, and ends on Nov. 30, 2025. The NOAA outlook predicts a likelihood of 13-19 named storms; six to 10 of those are likely to become hurricanes, and three to five …
It’s important to keep informed when a hurricane or tropical storm threatens. Here are some resources.
Alert St. Johns
The Alert St. Johns emergency alerting system enables the …
National Weather Service forecasters are predicting above-normal hurricane activity in the Atlantic basin this year.
NOAA’s outlook for the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season predicts a 30% chance …
Given the damaging impacts of hurricanes Debby, Helene and Milton last year, you may want to prepare your landscape and trees for the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season — and the sooner the better.
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A disaster can strike quickly and without warning. You can be forced to evacuate your neighborhood or be confined to your home. The best solution is to have a plan in place before disaster strikes.
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St. Johns County public schools that meet current hurricane shelter standards serve as evacuation shelters during hurricanes. If possible, stay with friends or family or at a hotel outside the …
If called upon to evacuate during a hurricane, the route you take will depend upon where in the county you are. To find the zone in which you live, go to https://www.sjcfl.us/evacuation-information.
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Do you have a hurricane evacuation plan? Hurricane season runs through November, and if you’re near the coast, hurricane preparedness is vital for keeping your family safe. Even if you don’t …
Recreational boaters whose vessels have been impacted by a hurricane and came out relatively unscathed know it all starts with a plan.
With the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season underway, Boat …
The 2025 Atlantic Hurricane Season officially began Sunday. Now is the time to strengthen your property to reduce potential damage and check your insurance coverage to make sure you are financially …
St. Johns County Emergency Management (SJCEM) is encouraging the community to plan and prepare for the Atlantic hurricane season, which runs from June 1 to Nov. 30 every year.
The …
It’s important to be proactive in planning for the six-month-long hurricane season. Florida Power & Light Company (FPL) urges Floridians to be prepared for this storm season and to be aware of …
Storm surge is water that is pushed toward the shore by the force of the winds swirling around the storm. This advancing surge combines with the normal tides to create the hurricane storm tide, which …
Don’t forget about pets when preparing for a hurricane. Your disaster kits should be in easy-to-carry waterproof containers and stored in an accessible location. Here’s a checklist.
Your …
How severe is that hurricane you’re watching? The Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale helps to describe that intensity at a glance.
This rating of between 1 and 5 is based on a hurricane’s …
Floridians have started their annual storm season preparations by stocking up on needed supplies and securing their homes against potential storms. Experts encourage residents to also consider the …
Although it’s been months since Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton battered Florida, the scars remain. Power lines still lie in tangled piles in some neighborhoods. Flood-damaged homes stand …
Early in May, FPL employees performed training in a mock hurricane scenario to prepare for storm season. This annual storm drill allows employees to test and refine current processes, enhancing their …
Hurricane season is upon us. Are you ready? Preparing your home keeps your family safe and limits the potential damage your property sustains. Here, we’ll discuss hurricane preparedness and offer …
