Busy hurricane season expected

Hurricane season began with June and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is predicting an above-normal season.
Three to six major hurricanes (category 3, 4 or 5; winds above 111 mph) have been predicted where as an average season only see two. Aside from major hurricanes there is expected to be an additional three to seven hurricanes, four above the average. The NOAA says there is a 70 percent chance these hurricane numbers will occur.
Because it largely depends on weather patterns, the NOAA cannot predict where hurricanes may hit. And though hurricanes in the New York City area are infrequent they can cause maximum damage due to the city’s dense population and developed shore line.
Hurricane season lasts until the end of November.
Here are some tips from the NOAA and the NYC Office of Emergency Management:
– Stay tuned to local media for instructions
– Be prepared to be self-sufficient for at least three days. Have enough food, water, batteries, etc. for this time period
– Bring lightweight objects inside and anchor objects that you cannot bring in, i.e. gas grills or propane tanks (you should also turn off propane tanks)
– Shutter windows and brace outside doors