The Atlantic Hurricane season has begun, and now is the best time to prepare for a possible storm, federal officials said.
"Take action TODAY to be better prepared for when the worst happens. Understand your risk from hurricanes, and begin preparations now," the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration said.
In the Atlantic Basin, which includes storms that form in the Atlantic, the Caribbean Sea and the Gulf of America (formerly known as Gulf of Mexico), hurricane season lasts from June 1 until Nov. 30. Historically, 97% of all tropical cyclones in the Atlantic will form between those two dates.
To prepare for an impeding storm, the basics are to create an emergency plan, secure your home, gather supplies, and stay informed. You should know your evacuation route, have a disaster supply kit, and keep up with the latest weather reports.
Here's what you should do: How to prepare now for hurricanes
