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2024 Hurricane Season The North Atlantic Hurricane Season is due to commence on June 1, and goes through to November 30. We are now only about two weeks away. Historically the height of the Atlantic Hurricane Season is in the months of August ＆September , but be warned that Hurricanes /Typhoons can form much earlier or later depending on climatic conditions. For those Hotels in areas of the Caribbean, US East Coast, Florida, Mexico, and the Gulf Mexico have to be prepared with contingency, and evacuation plans in place. Here in Japan Typhoon season will also be commencing and those residing in areas especially in Okinawa, and Japanese main islands need to be prepared. Meteorologists inform us that this year ocean waters are a lot warmer so any cyclones formed could intensify quickly. My previous posts on Hurricane preparedness can be accessed on line detailing all planning, and preparedness. I also have a publication coming soon titled 'See Something Say Something' containing a wealth of information from my many years in the Hotel ＆ Hospitality industry. Leadership needs to take affirmative action now, to ensure all planning is in place, as guest, and employee safety has to be the number one priority, and kept top of mind at all times. Clive Hamdorff Regional Security & Risk Consultant Japan. . https://lnkd.in/gWBfweU7

🌀 Rapid intensification of storms and extended "storm seasons" are now 'the new normal' because of anthropogenic warming. More about Hurricane Beryl from the #WMO. Here is more info. about increasingly 'rapid intensification' - at 'Science News': 👉 https://lnkd.in/g9mm_dXj It's early in the season for a Category 4 hurricane. Doesn't bode well. We MUST phase out fossil fuels, and preserve and restore wilderness, and learn to consume less. 🗳️We should also be pressuring our governments to facilitate permanently moving populations and industry away from vulnerable coastal areas. #hurricanes #hurricane #globalwarming #PhaseOutFossilFuels ------- 1 July, 2024 -------

Tropical Storm Warnings Issued for Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands as Potential Tropical Cyclone Five Strengthens Potential Tropical Cyclone Five is approaching Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands, with forecasts indicating it will become Tropical Storm Ernesto by Tuesday. The National Hurricane Center has issued Tropical Storm Warnings as the system moves westward. As the Atlantic hurricane season reaches its peak, this storm follows Hurricane Debby and may bring significant impacts. Stay updated and prepared as the situation evolves. #TropicalStorm #HurricaneSeason #PuertoRico #VirginIslands #CaribbeanWeather #NHC #WeatherUpdate #Atlanticregions #atlantic #GBARF

⏰ Beryl’s early arrival is unusual - the average date for the first hurricane is August 11. The storm has been intensified by exceptionally warm ocean temperatures, driven by planet-warming fossil fuel pollution. 🌬️ Beryl is now the earliest Category 4 hurricane on record in the Atlantic Ocean and the only Category 4 storm ever recorded in the month of June. 🏝️ Beryl, the first hurricane of the 2024 Atlantic season, intensified to an extremely dangerous Category 4 hurricane with maximum sustained winds of 130 mph Sunday, as it made its way toward the Windward Islands. 💨 #Tropicalstorm-force winds are expected to reach the Windward Islands late Sunday or early Monday. ⚡️ Located about 720 miles east-southeast of #Barbados, moving west at 22 mph, and is expected to continue to strengthen before reaching the #WindwardsIslands early Monday. 🌀 #Beryl is strengthening quickly, increasing 55 mph in the 24 hours before Sunday morning. 🌫️ She’s the first rapidly intensifying storm of the year, having accelerated from 35 mph to 75 mph in less than 24 hours. 💡 Rapid intensification is defined as a wind increase of 30 knots (35 mph) or more in a 24 hour period). 💦 Risk of heavy rainfall, hurricane-force winds and dangerous storm surge and waves to the central and western Caribbean. 🕰️ As of 8 p.m. ET, Beryl was about 200 miles southeast of Barbados, heading west. “🌊 A life-threatening #stormsurge will raise water levels by as much as 6 to 9 feet above normal tide levels in areas of onshore flow near where the eye makes landfall in the hurricane warning area,” the National Hurricane Center said. The surge could bring large and destructive waves near the coast. The summary above was sourced from here: https://lnkd.in/e-q_zykp And here: https://lnkd.in/eT9cbcuU The video below is a pretty good analysis of the hurricane facing us right now.

It is looking as though it is going to be a pretty intense hurricane season as things heat up in the Atlantic... it is always better to be prepared. Check out the resources below to learn more about hurricanes and preparedness tips!

🚨 Hurricane Ernesto update 🚨 (as of 8/14/24, 11 am AST) Ernesto, now a hurricane, continues to cause tropical storm conditions in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands, including high winds, heavy rainfall, and the potential for flooding, mudslides, and landslides. Conditions are expected to remain dangerous throughout the day and residents are advised to stay indoors, avoiding travel unless they are ordered to evacuate. ⚠️ Later this week, Ernesto is forecast to impact Bermuda and a Hurricane Watch may be issued soon. 🌀 Residents should stay vigilant for future updates on Ernesto’s path and intensification over the next few days. ❗ Stay up to date with the latest from the National Hurricane Center: https://lnkd.in/d7tqF6fq 🌐 If you have been impacted by Ernesto, check your local emergency management agencies for post-disaster resources: USVI: https://vitema.vi.gov/ Puerto Rico: https://lnkd.in/euAq-R2J #HurricaneErnesto #TropicalStormErnesto #AtlanticHurricaneSeason #HurricaneSeason2024 #IEMHurricaneReady #PrepareWithIEM #TeamIEMtips #2024HurricaneSeason #emergencymanagement #hurricaneseason #hurricanes #hurricanepreparedness #Atlantichurricanes #hurricane #tropicalstorm #emergencypreparedness #hurricanepreparedness #preparedness #BeReady #BePrepared #HurricanePrep #HurricaneStrong #IEMPuertoRico #PuertoRico #PR #USVI

The 2024 hurricane season is predicted to be especially disastrous. Here’s the outlook, and how to protect your business by working with the right specialty oil suppliers. Link to the article in comments below.

🌪️ Hurricane #Beryl has strengthened to an extremely dangerous Category 4 Hurricane. ⚠️ Life-threatening winds and storm surges are expected to begin in the Windward Islands, according to the US National Hurricane Center. 📈 Never has a tropical cyclone intensified so rapidly so early in the season. Beryl is the strongest Caribbean hurricane this early in the calendar year on record. 🌊 This hurricane season is expected to be extremely active, not least because of very warm ocean temperatures. 🏝️ Small islands are at the frontline of extreme weather and climate change impacts, and they are priorities for many WMO initiatives and #EarlyWarningsForAll. 📸 NOAA Satellite and Information Service 📢 For updates, follow: http://hurricanes.gov/

Although hurricane season typically peaks in mid-September, you should still be aware of weather activity as you travel in August. Learn more at https://lnkd.in/dsTCZDhT.

Today is the start of the 2024 Hurricane Season. The June 1st start date for hurricane season is based on a combination of historical data, environmental conditions, and practical considerations for preparedness. While hurricanes can and do occasionally form outside of the official season, the June to November period encompasses the time when conditions are most likely to produce tropical cyclones. By being aware of the reasons behind this timing, residents in hurricane-prone areas can better understand the importance of early preparation and vigilance during these critical months. https://lnkd.in/eteRJUPf #Hurricane season #2024 Hurricane Preparedness