Are you ready for hurricane season? Take action TODAY to be better prepared for when the worst happens. 

Dangers remain even after the skies turn blue. This is NOT the time to put your guard down. Nearly half of hurricane fatalities occur after the storm.

During a storm, whether you’ve evacuated or are sheltering in place, know what to expect from the hazards you may face.

When a storm is forecast to impact your area, take action immediately to be ready.

There is a lot of information available days ahead of a storm, and it is important to understand what it means.

The best time to prepare is before hurricane season begins. Avoid having to rush through potentially life-saving preparations by waiting until it’s too late.

Hurricanes are not just a coastal problem. Impacts from wind and water can be felt hundreds of miles inland, and significant impacts can occur regardless of the storm’s strength.

The week of April 30 – May 6 is Hurricane Preparedness Week. Hurricanes are not just a coastal problem. Their impacts can be felt hundreds of miles inland, and significant impacts can occur without it being a major hurricane.

The first step in making sure that you and your family are prepared for severe weather is pledging to prepare. This includes developing a family emergency and communications plan.

Flash flooding in North Carolina usually occurs when a large amount of rain falls in an area over a short period of time.