The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has released their predictions for the 2015 Atlantic Hurricane season. The NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center says the 2015 Atlantic hurricane season will likely be below-normal, but that’s no reason to believe coastal areas will have it easy.
For the hurricane season, which officially runs from June 1 - November 30, NOAA is predicting a 70 percent likelihood of 6 to 11 named storms (winds of 39 mph or higher), of which 3 to 6 could become hurricanes (winds of 74 mph or higher), including zero to 2 major hurricanes (Category 3, 4 or 5; winds of 111 mph or higher).
While a below-normal season is likely (70 percent), there is also a 20 percent chance of a near-normal season, and a 10 percent chance of an above-normal season.
Read the full prediction in its entirety here.
As we move into hurricane season, we encourage all members of the Barry community to be aware of potential inclement weather, be prepared and have a plan.
Please review the following tips and guidelines to be prepared in case of a hurricane: http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/prepare/
Please make sure your contact information is up to date so we are able to contact you in the event of an emergency. Please provide both a home and mobile phone number, and an alternate email address (non-Barry address) if possible.