Hurricane Information

Of all the natural disasters, hurricanes potentially can result in the greatest amount of damage.  Not only do the winds from the storm potentially exceed 150mph, the associated storm surge can cause widespread flooding in coastal areas.  Hurricanes also spawn tornados that can occur inland. 

The Southwest Region Hurricane Information web site has been created to guide the actions of employees and inform the public regarding hurricane impacts.

Links to Hurricane Resources:

• FEMA Hurricane Updates
• National Hurricane Center
• NOAA National Marine Fisheries Services
• National Weather Service - NOAA
• U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
• Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - Emergency Preparedness and Response
• USGS
• Homeland Security - Emergencies & Disasters
• Disaster Preparedness Information