June 1 marked the official start of the 2022 Atlantic Hurricane season. The season will run through Nov. 30, and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) says it is expected to produce above-average activity which would make this the seventh above-average season in a row.
NOAA is forecasting a likely range of 14 to 21 named storms (consistent winds of 39 mph or higher), of which 6 to 10 could become hurricanes (winds of 74 mph or higher), including 3 to 6 major hurricanes (category 3, 4 or 5; with winds of 111 mph or higher).
2022 Atlantic Tropical Cyclone Names:
Alex, Bonnie, Colin, Danielle, Earl, Fiona, Gaston, Hermine, lan, Julia, Karl, Lisa, Martin, Nicole, Owen, Paula, Richard, Shary, Tobias, Virginie, Walter
Some items you need and thing to know for hurricane season:
Designate a sheltered area in your home if a hurricane or tornado hits your area (basement, interior room or hallway). If you live in a mobile home, find a nearby shelter).
Items needed:
A first aid kit. flashlight, NOAA Weather Radio, Cell phone and charger and batteries,
