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Hurricane season is right around the corner.
However, all it takes is one, so preparation and vigilance are good characteristics for survival. Hurricanes are formed from simple thunderstorms. These thunderstorms only grow to hurricane strength when ocean and atmospheric conditions are right. It's the heat and moisture from this warm water that provides the energy for hurricanes. Here's where you can learn more about the science of hurricanes .