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Natural Disasters: Hurricanes

Government resources for preparedness and response.

Prepare for Hurricanes

Make a Hurricane Plan: Sign up for local alerts; Know my evacuation plan; Discuss the plan with family; Have copies of critical documents

Prepare for Hurricanes

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Watches & Warnings for Tropical Storms & Hurricanes

Tropical Storms & Hurricanes: Watches versus Warnings

Watches and Warnings for Tropical Storms and Hurricanes

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Hurricane Categories

Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale

Hurricane Categories (Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale)

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Forecasting and Monitoring Hurricanes and Tropical Storms

Digital Resources in the Catalog of U.S. Government Publications

How to Prepare for a Hurricane
CGP System Number: 1039701
Spanish CGP System Number: 1039711

Hurricanes ... Unleashing Nature's Fury: A Preparedness Guide
CGP System Number: 648190

Key Facts About Hurricane Readiness
CGP System Number: 584727
French CGP System Number: 589813
Spanish CGP System Number: 593295

Key Facts About Hurricane Recovery: Protect Your Health and Safety after a Hurricane
CGP System Number: 584729
French CGP System Number: 589814
Spanish CGP System Number: 593413

Tropical Cyclones: A Preparedness Guide
CGP System Number: 1031568
Spanish CGP System Number: 1031575

Watch Out--Storms Ahead! Owlie Skywarn’s Weather Book
CGP System Number: 680144

Additional Resources

Keeping children safe after a hurricane
(Available in 10 languages)

Federal Depository Library Program (FDLP)
732 North Capitol Street, NW • Washington, DC 20401