Watch -- Hurricane 2023: What's Next
Hurricane season for 2023 started June 1 and CBS News Miami has created a special to ensure that South Floridians are ready.
Hurricane Preps
Hurricane Hunters monitoring the Tropics
Hurricane hunter planes are always gathering essential tracking data during a storm. CBS News Meteorologist Dave Warren has the story.
Hurricane season officially begins today
Hurricane Season is officially underway and the 2023 Season forecast from NOAA calls for a near-average season with 12-17 names storms, five to nine hurricanes and one to four major hurricanes.
Hurricane season preparation tips
Florida Power & Light Company (FPL) is preparing for storm season and urging customers to prepare as well.
Know your zone and have an evacuation plan
It's important to know your zone.
Tips to keep your family and home safe during hurricane season
FPL urges Floridians to be prepared and be aware of potential safety hazards at all times, especially before, during and after severe weather.
Hurricane 2022: Be Prepared!
In this CBS Miami special report, we take a look at a whole host of hurricane season topics from above average activity to complacency concerns.
How to prepare your pets for hurricane season
Whether you have frisky feline, a singing canary, or a cool golden doodle, you need to prepare for hurricane season with your pet in mind.
Protecting your documents and electronic valuables before a storm
The toughest thing to lose in a storm are the things you can't replace like photos and important documents.
Guide to hurricane supplies
When a hurricane hits, you can be on your own for 72 hours or more. Getting the necessities of life proved to be a major challenge, Here's a list of items you should have ready and stocked before a storm hits.
Guide to storing gasoline for generators
Now that the storm has passed, and your lights are still on — if you are among the lucky South Floridians with a generator — you're likely to be wondering, "What do I do with all of this gas?"
CBS4 Hurricane Network
You can't always be in front of your TV set watching CBS4 while completing your hurricane preparations. You won't always have your TV if you're in a shelter, or when the power goes off. That's the reason for the CBS4 Hurricane Network!
Aquatic Adventures: Boating Safety Ahead Of A Storm
In this week's edition of Aquatic Adventures, the basics of boating safety during a big storm. CBS4's Jeff Berardelli has details on what you need to know to keep yourself and your boat safe at all times.
Powering Up After A Storm
Anyone who has gone through a hurricane remembers the endless days without power and long lines for gasoline and food.
Be Hurricane Smart!
Test your hurricane preparedness by answering the questions below. Good Luck!
Hurricane Prep For Condo Residents
High-rise living can have its down side when a hurricane strikes. Here's what you need to know.
Protecting Your Home
You now have more choices than ever for protecting your home. ALL shutters, impact-resistant windows, doors, and garage doors that have Miami-Dade County approval after September 1994 are very strong. If they are legal, they are strong.
Guide To Preparing Your Pets For A Storm
Your pets are members of your family. Don't leave them out of your hurricane plans.
Guide to having safe drinking water after a storm
Water is the one hurricane supply you can't live without. Before a storm approaches, or makes landfall, you should have a plan set in place so you won't run dry after the storm.
What To Do Now, Before A Storm
Category 1 hurricanes are dangerous, and Category 5 storms can be survived. How well you and your family come through any storm depends on preparation.
After The Storm
Remember to get your proof of residency from your hurricane kit; you may need it to re-enter an evacuation area.
Guide To Plywood Shutters
Keep in mind that NO types of plywood shutters meet the South Florida Building Code. If at all possible, install a commercially produced shutter or other product that does meet the building code
Stay Safe Before And After A Hurricane
Storm preparations require supplies and experts offer a shopping list of those necessary items.
Hurricane Map Terminology
Confused about the difference between a tropical disturbance and a tropical wave? CBS4 has the answers.
Important Phone Numbers And Web Links During And After A Hurricane
Hurricane hotline phone numbers and web links.
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