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Natural Disasters

Government resources for preparedness and response

Prepare for Hurricanes

Make a Hurricane Plan: Sign up for local alerts; Know my evacuation plan; Discuss the plan with family; Have copies of critical documents

Prepare for Hurricanes

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Watches & Warnings for Tropical Storms & Hurricanes

Tropical Storms & Hurricanes: Watches versus Warnings

Watches and Warnings for Tropical Storms and Hurricanes

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Hurricane Categories

Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale

Hurricane Categories (Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale)

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