Internet Resources on Local Hurricane Information
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Office of Emergency Management (OEM). In Miami-Dade County, OEM provides emergency preparedness, response, recovery and mitigation for county residents. Additional information, including the text of the agency action plan and frequently asked questions about hurricane preparedness may be found here. |
Broward County Emergency Planning Division
Monroe County Hurricane Information and Tracking Resources
National Hurricane Center Library. A great local resource is the NOAA Miami Regional Library, which administers this web site. Here, one may view brochures on a variety of topics, from tips on selecting and installing hurricane shutters, to protecting the home from wind damage, and everything you ever wanted to know about hurricane tracking models.
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South Florida Water Management District. Local agency that provides news releases and bulletins pertaining to hurricane and storm-related flood preparation and response activities. |
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The University of Miami Rosenstiel School of Marine & Atmospheric Science has a tropical storm update page with charts and data on current hurricanes, their location, pressure, speed, winds, public advisory, strike probabilities, and marine advisory, all of which are based on authoritative weather reports.
Internet Resources from the U.S. Government and the State of Florida
The U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is the most authoritative government agency at the federal level and the source of all weather reports. This site is an essential stop in any researcher's quest for hurricane information. Check out the thesaurus of basic terms and explanation of weather phenomena and the following affiliated web sites:
The U.S. National Weather Service is the official source of all national weather reports and the leading weather information provider. Contains an Internet Weather page, with links to maps, marine forecasts, radar graphics, charts, international and aviation weather conditions.
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The U.S. National Hurricane Center Tropical Prediction Center provides information on hurricane watches and warnings as well as links to the most important weather-related web sites from the federal government. National Hurricane Center Library. A great resource is the NOAA Miami Regional Library, which administers this web site. Here, one may view brochures on a variety of topics, from tips on selecting and installing hurricane shutters, to protecting the home from wind damage, and everything you ever wanted to know about hurricane tracking models. |
The U.S. Federal Emergency Management Administration (FEMA) is the U.S. government agency that administers disaster assistance programs for helping people, communities, and businesses. FEMA publications and program assistance information may be accessed through the Internet via the FEMA home page. The web site contains a virtual library of preparedness, training, and informational pamphlets of interest to consumers, businesses, and governmental bodies. FEMA regulations are contained in Title 44 of the Code of Federal Regulations; "Emergency Management and Assistance"
Emergency Management Agency Sites for all pertinent states provide emergency preparedness, response, recovery and mitigation for county residents. Additional information, including agency action plans and frequently asked questions about hurricane preparedness may be found here. This site offers direct links to local county emergency management agencies for hurricane-prone states in the southeast.
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Florida Department of State: Administered by the State Library of Florida, this is the state's official web site for information about hurricanes. Provides information on disaster preparedness, what to do when a hurricane watch is issued, emergency preparedness checklist, family disaster plan and supplies kit, food and water in an emergency, and additional links through the Florida Division of Emergency Management, as well as hurricane and storm tracking updates. |
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Florida State Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services: Tips for ensuring the protection, health, and safety of pets and small animals and their owners in the event of a hurricane or other natural disaster.
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Florida State Department of Environmental Protection: When hurricanes threaten the State of Florida, this agency reacts by mobilizing resources to protect, conserve and manage Florida's environment and natural resources. |
Water Management Districts. Local agencies providing news releases and bulletins pertaining to hurricane and storm-related flood preparation and response activities throughout the State of Florida.
Hazardous Weather Threats Assessment: provides links to hazards that could impact the State of Florida. The focus of these tables is on current data to provide an outlook of potential threats. Some threats such as drought provide weeks to months of warning, hurricane days, severe weather hours, and other threats occur without warning. These tables reflect the limitations in warning lead times and are intended for planning purposes only.
Internet Resources on Historical Data
The Deadliest Atlantic Tropical Cyclones, 1492 - Present. By Edward N. Rappaport and Jose Fernandez-Partagas. The material in this section is considered by many experts to be the most authoritative compilation of historical data. It contains information on tropical cyclones that have caused 25 or more deaths in the Atlantic basin. Originally published in 1995 as NOAA Technical Memorandum NWS NHC 47, the web version has been updated to the end of the 1996 hurricane season.
The Deadliest Hurricanes In The United States, 1900 to 1996.
The Costliest Hurricanes In The United States, 1900 to 1996.
The Most Intense Hurricanes In The United States, 1900 to 1996.
U.S. Mainland Hurricane Strikes by Decade, 1900 to 1996.
U.S. Mainland Hurricane Strikes by State, 1900 to 1996.
Average Cumulative Profile Throughout the Hurricane Season.
Other Internet Resources
American Red Cross Internationally recognized as an independent, humanitarian, voluntary organization with a long history of coordinating and delivering nationwide disaster planning, preparedness, community disaster education, mitigation, and response. Aimed at the general public, this web site contains information to prepare communities and families in the event a hurricane should make landfall and what to do after a hurricane is over.
The Miami Herald and WFOR (CBS) Hurricane Coverage
Amateur Radio Organizations: National web site with links to state and local sites, including the high-risk states of Georgia, North Carolina, Florida, Louisiana, and Virginia.
Internet Resources on Hurricane Graphics
From the U.S. Federal Emergency Management Agency:
The Mapping and Analysis Center (MAC) at provides national level Geographic Information System (GIS) support and coordination to the Agency. GIS mapping products are available for the latest storms, along with current and prior year incidents.
Tropical Storm Watch, a newsletter with links to hurricane updates and image files.
Related Sites:
Images/Movies of Hurricanes and Special Events: (NOAA)
Satellite images. (NOAA/NHC)
Florida NOAA Nautical Charts: Map List
Create custom hazard maps by entering location information and selecting from several hazard types (hurricanes, earthquakes, etc.) to help determine disaster risks in specific communities.
GOES-8 imagery via the University of Miami Rosenstiel School of Marine Sciences environmental observations web page. Satellite pictures of the entire Caribbean and Atlantic areas provide a "space shuttle's eye view" of hurricanes relative to the U.S. coastline.
Print Resources
The following books and pamphlets are located in the Dante B. Fascell Division of Government Information & Special Formats.
Storms Over the Urban Forest; Planning, Responding, and Regreening – A Community Guide to Natural Disaster Relief. SuDoc Call No.: A 13.36/2:ST 7
Hurricane Safety Rules. SuDoc Call No.: C 52.6:H 94
Hurricane; the Greatest Storm on Earth. SuDoc Call No.: C 52.2:H 94/969
Hurricane Information and Atlantic Tracking Chart. SuDoc Call No.: C 52.2:H 94/2
Some Devastating North Atlantic Hurricanes of the 20th Century. SuDoc Call No.: C 55.2:H 94/3/982
"Hurricane!" A Familiarization Booklet. SuDoc Call No.: C 55.2:H 94/6
Perspectives on Hurricane Preparedness; Techniques in Use Today. SuDoc Call No.: FEM 1.2:H 94
Project Impact; Building a Disaster Resistant Community. SuDoc Call No.: FEM 1.2:IM 7/2
Your Disaster Assistance Center: Federal, State, and Local Aid [English/Spanish]. SuDoc Call No.: FEM 1.8:D 63
When Disaster Strikes; A Handbook for the Media. SuDoc Call No.: FEM 1.8:D 63/18
Disaster Operations Self-Study Guide. SuDoc Call No.: FEM 1.8:D 63/19
Disaster Planning Guide for Business and Industry. SuDoc Call No.: FEM 1.8/2:2-5
Are You Ready? Your Guide to Disaster Preparedness. SuDoc Call No.: FEM 1.8/3:34/993
Hurricanes: Safety Tips for Hurricanes. SuDoc Call No.: FEM 1.11:105
Hurricane-Floods: Safety Tips for Coastal and Inland Flooding. SuDoc Call No.: FEM 1.11:107/2
Tips on handling Your Insurance Claim. SuDoc Call No.: FEM 1.11:132
Tips on Repairing or Rebuilding Your Disaster-Damaged Home. SuDoc Call No.: FEM 1.11:133
Governor’s Checklist for Emergency and major-Disaster Declarations. SuDoc Call No.: FEM 1.11:141
