The National Weather Service has declared that the week of May 22nd - May 28th, 2011 is Hurricane Awareness Week

One Public Information Statement related to Hurricane Awareness will be issued each day. Please peruse the links below as they become available to learn more about Hurricanes and how to prepare yourself for them. Day Topic Sunday 5/22 What is a Hurricane Monday 5/23 Storm Surge and Marine Safety Tuesday 5/24 High Winds and Tornadoes Wednesday 5/25 Inland Flooding Thursday 5/26 Hurricane Forecasting Friday 5/27 Disaster Prevention Saturday 5/28 Family Preparedness Other Important Links National Weather Service Wilmington, NC National Hurricane Center Preparedness Videos Have a Family Plan Prepare a Disaster Kit

Keep you and your family safe during the 2011 Hurricane Season!