he Miami-Dade County The country is preparing for one of the worst hurricane seasons in recent times, and has asked residents not to let their guard down.
the Mayor Daniela Levin Cava He met with county officials Friday for a press conference dedicated to the upcoming hurricane season and severe weather events. He stressed the importance of preparing to face tropical storms, hurricanes, floods and possible extreme heat.
the Hurricane season It starts on June 1 and runs until November 30. And in 2024, it could be one of the most difficult years, above normal.
“Prepare for the storm. Trim trees now, don’t wait; “Secure your windows early, have reserves of food and toiletries to last more than 72 hours, and take advantage of the tax-free season to buy what you need,” Levine Cava said.
Residents were also asked to inform themselves Evacuation centers They should register early in programs related to this mission, especially those with special medical needs.
the National Office of Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) He noted that this year there could be between 12 and 25 named storms, of which eight to 13 could be hurricanes, and four to seven could be Category 3 or higher on the Saffir-Simpson scale.
Coastal flooding and storm surge can also be dangerous in this area. To help residents prepare, Miami-Dade County will have free help guides Which can be ordered on their website.
The administration realizes that hurricane activity may not hit Miami hard either, but it asks residents to prepare in advance and not be overconfident, because forecasts indicate that there will be weather difficulties in the coming months.
“Make plans ahead and make sure you are informed and prepared for any eventuality during this hurricane season,” officials said.
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