{"id":12457,"date":"2024-02-01T08:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-02-01T13:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.progressivescreens.com\/?p=12457"},"modified":"2024-02-09T12:14:28","modified_gmt":"2024-02-09T17:14:28","slug":"how-early-is-too-early-to-prepare-for-hurricane-season","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.progressivescreens.com\/blog\/how-early-is-too-early-to-prepare-for-hurricane-season\/","title":{"rendered":"How Early Is Too Early to Prepare for Hurricane Season?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n


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If you live in Florida, the answer is: It\u2019s never too early to prepare for hurricane season. Although hurricane season doesn\u2019t officially start until June 1, 2024, Florida residents know that many of us across the state experienced tropical storm conditions just last month. The widespread weather event in January caused school cancellations in multiple counties, as well as severe damage to many areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Storms can pop up at almost any time, so it\u2019s not wise to wait until June to start preparing for severe weather. There are still things you can do and items you can buy last-minute to protect your home, property, belongings, and family\u2014but if you want to do more for your safety and comfort, now is the time to start making plans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Weather Predictions for 2024<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

According to Tropical Storm Risk<\/a>, one of the industry\u2019s leading hurricane forecasting teams, 2024 looks to be a big year for storms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you live near the Atlantic or Gulf coast, prepare your home and review your homeowner\u2019s insurance policy well before a storm heads your way because many insurance companies won\u2019t let coastal residents in impacted states update or purchase coverage once a tropical storm is officially named by the National Hurricane Center.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fast facts from the NOAA:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Hurricane season runs from June through November every year.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. The 2024 hurricane season is expected to be very active, with activity that is 30% above the 30-year norm.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. August through October are considered the peak months during hurricane season. Around 78% of tropical storm days, 87% of minor hurricane days, and 96% of the major hurricane days occur during those months, with early to mid-September being the most active time for tropical storms.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    During hurricanes and severe storms, a major factor that causes damage to homes (especially outdoor structures) is high winds. To protect your outdoor spaces, you need a screen system you can count on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Many motorized screen manufacturers utilize the ZipKeder, which is PVC tape with a series of \u201cbeads.\u201d The beads \u201czip\u201d into the track, making the screen more flexible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    However, these zipper-type tracks don\u2019t address the issue of wind pressure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


    Types of Damaging Winds<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    It\u2019s not just the force of the wind itself that can rip apart traditional screens, it\u2019s the debris carried by the wind that can puncture screens\u2014debris like tree limbs, yard art, and even patio furniture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Some of the most common damaging winds include:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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