An above-average hurricane season typically brings 11 or more tropical storms, of which seven or more become hurricanes, with three or more classified as major. Hurricane Floyd is a perfect example of a storm that produced heavy inland flooding. Inland flooding is the deadly by-product of hurricanes that can not be ignored. When an evacuation order is given, it should be treated as a life or death matter. If a hurricane is bearing down, go to the safest part of your home, away from windows.
Strong hurricanes can cause great structural damage.
If inland flooding is forecast, you must head for higher ground. Follow evacuation instructions issued by state and local officials. Click image for larger view Retired Air Force Brig. Gen. Jack Kelly , director of NOAA's National Weather Service, said one of the best ways to get accurate, updated warnings of hurricanes is NOAA Weather Radio . The newest models of these special radio receivers can be programmed to sound an alarm when dangerous weather approaches.