Safe from the Storm: How to help your roof withstand a hurricane
Hurricanes can bring roof damage, even inland in our part of Alabama. Here is how you can make sure you don’t lose your roof when winds are close to or above hurricane force.
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Safe from the Storm: Remembering 1995 Hurricane Opal’s destruction throughout Alabama
1995’s Hurricane Opal is proof that destruction can happen hundreds of miles from the Gulf coast, including in Montgomery and northward.
Safe from the Storm: How bad could this year’s hurricane season be?
Your Action 8 Weather Authority is getting you ready for the 2025 hurricane season. What’s the forecast looking like this year?
Safe from the Storm: 2024 Hurricane Season Outlook
Why has the National Hurricane Center forecasted an especially busy 2024 season?
Safe from the Storm: How hurricanes affect Central Alabama
You may think that being in Central Alabama would protect us from the effects of tropical weather. But we can and do receive damage.
Safe from the Storm: Hurricanes Actually Benefit the Planet
While hurricanes often bring fatalities and property damage, weather experts say they are actually a necessary part of Earth’s weather system.
Safe from the Storm: Rich Thomas Reports from Tropical Weather Conference
Bluewater Chief Meteorologist Rich Thomas was just one of many weather experts to attend the 2023 National Tropical Weather Conference to examine forecasting trends for the upcoming hurricane season.
Safe from the Storm: Get Your Property Ready for Hurricane Season
Even in Central Alabama, we need to prepare for hurricane season, which includes getting your property ready for high winds and heavy rain.
Safe from the Storm: 2023 Atlantic Hurricane Forecast
NOAA forecasters say we can expect a near-normal hurricane season in 2023.
Safe from the Storm: Protecting Yourself from Overnight Storms
Severe weather can be especially deadly when it hits in the overnight hours when you are asleep. But with these tips, you can keep you and your family safe.
