Gulf Coast Climate, Hurricanes, And Emergency Preparedness
The Gulf Coast of the United States can sometimes have a volatile climate. There is the warm Gulfstream water current, and when that encounters cooler air masses, storms and hurricanes can develop. This is true for all tropical and sub-tropical areas, whether around Africa, or out in the South Pacific Islands. Consequently, those people who live along these coastal areas must always pay attention to hurricane season and what the hurricane forecasts are.
All your Gulf Coast areas have excellent Hurricane Warning and Tracking Stations. These are linked
Gulf Coast Weather And Emergency Preparedness
Here on the Gulf Coast, when you hear “weather preparedness,’ the first thing you think is “hurricane.’ But an afternoon of severe thunderstorms with a few twisters also can wipe out power lines for up to a couple of days. Have a “casual emergency kit’ for those times.
For a minor weather emergency, keep drinking water for two days. If your local water service is affected, you won-t be able to drink city water and won-t have electricity