NOAA’s next message is about preparation—before hurricane season ramps up. In South Carolina, where recent storms have looked very different from one another…that early planning matters. Meteorologist Leslie Hudson has more. Click the YouTube Short below:
The best time to prepare for hurricanes is BEFORE hurricane season begins. Avoid having to rush through potentially life-saving preparations by waiting until it’s too late. #HurricanePrep #HurricaneStrong https://t.co/qgaWqn6JOw pic.twitter.com/CYfnjEfzDa
— National Weather Service (@NWS) May 4, 2026
And remember - now is the time to purchase the proper plywood, steel or aluminum panels to have on hand if you need to board up the windows and doors ahead of an approaching storm. Click these links below for more info on how to prepare this hurricane season.