Hurricanes: National Preparedness Month

From the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS):

Hurricanes: National Preparedness Month — How vulnerable is your community to hurricanes, not just to wind but also to storm surge and inland flooding? Before, during and after major hurricanes or tropical storms affecting the United States, the USGS assesses the likelihood of beach erosion, overwash or inundation. 

Learn more: http://coastal.er.usgs.gov/hurricanes/