E-Hurricane Guide

Hurricane guide: preparing for the worst

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- Christian Smith has been with the American Red Cross for 19 years, and tells us what you need to know in case you have to stay at a shelter.

Preparing for 2013 Hurricane Season

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- First for you we're partnering with the red Cross to bring you an emergency preparedness guide to get you ready for Hurricane Season. 

GI's hearing in WikiLeaks case focuses on motive

FORT MEADE, Md. -- An Army private charged with sending reams of classified documents to WikiLeaks is returning to Fort Meade for a pretrial hearing about whether his motivation matters.

Forecasting a hurricane's path has improved

I would so much rather be hit by a hurricane than an earthquake or a tornado. With an earthquake ... no warning. With a tornado ... maybe 30 minutes. With a hurricane ... up to 5 days!

Preparing your disaster survival kit

The best time to get hurricane supplies is now. In preparing your hurricane survival kit start early and have a little fun. This is your best bet to save time, stress and to save money on supplies. First for you, some easy tips to get you started.

If you live in Jacksonville and you have special evacuation needs

People with special medical needs who require assistance during an evacuation should contact the Emergency Preparedness Division at 630-CITY (2489) to register.

Seeking safe harbor in the storm

The best advice for anyone during hurricane season is to plan ahead. Go ahead and know exactly what you're going to do before the season even starts. Make a plan and stick to it. So, boaters, this is especially true for you, because you've got even more to plan for.

2012 hurricane names

List of the 2012 Tropical Cyclone Atlantic Names

Why the First Coast seems to receive less landfall Impact

So, another hurricane season is upon us. Yes, we do live in an area that has been hit by a hurricane before, and will likely be hit  by a hurricane again. But there are some reasons to stress less than those that live in other coastal areas.

Now is the time for an insurance checkup

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- The images from Tropical Storm Beryl speak volumes and remind us that hurricane season is upon us. But sometimes, these reminders are not enough for even the most seasoned Floridian.

Stay ahead of the storm with your cellphone

Hurricane season is here, and it pays to be prepared for every conceivable situation long before a storm is named. For the past few years, Northeast Florida residents have been fortunate, but it is like a game of Russian roulette -- you know one day, luck will run out.

Storm surge is more dangerous than the high winds

For most people, wind speed is the most common measure of a hurricane's power. We often think that the wind speed is the most major threat from a hurricane, but there is another factor that is an even bigger threat: storm surge.

"Know Your Zone" during hurricane season

ST. JOHNS COUNTY, Fla. - Do you "Know Your Zone?" Officials with St. Johns County Emergency Management want every resident to know in which hurricane or tropical storm evacuation zone they live.

Hurricane safety for mobile home residents

There are a lot of mobile homes in Florida and Georgia, folks. I'm not sure "a lot" really does this whole idea justice. Florida and Georgia combine for more than 14% of the nation's total of mobile homes.

Less is more when it comes to La Nada years in Florida

Before, during and after the storm

Here's what to do before, during and after a storm.

Storm watches and warnings: what do they mean?

Here's a list of the storm watches and warnings and what they mean.

Staying safe in the face of flooding

Here's what you should expect when facing floods or flash floods.

An explanation of the '2 Minute Advantage'

What, exactly, is your "2 Minute Advantage" with the First Coast News LIVE Doppler? It's simple.

What to do when facing a power outage

Power outages affect the most people during severe storm situations. Here are a few things to remember:

Re-entry tags for beach residents

In the event of a major storm, residents of Jacksonville's beach communities will be evacuated to safer locations inland.

Important emergency phone numbers and websites

Important phone numbers and websites in the face of a storm.

After The Storm: Dos and Don'ts

Rick Warming's tree service is cleaning up a mess at Bob Maloney's Southside home. Warming has a warning about 'Storm Chasers' -- that's what they're called by the Better Business Bureau. They are the guys who show up at your front door right after a storm.