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A hurricane is a massive storm system that is powered by heat from tropical oceans and the atmosphere. Hurricanes are dangerous storms but you don't have to be intimidated by them.

You all probably have heard or experienced for yourselves how stressful it can be to pick names for children or even pets, right? Well, have you ever found your self wondering how tropical storms/hurricanes receive their names? How about who gets to name them?

Think you know everything there is to know about hurricanes and tropical storms? It may surprise you to know that some of what you have learned and passed on over the years might really be myth!

Hurricanes are huge tropical storms or cyclones. They are often called typhoons or tropical cyclones in different parts of the world but they are basically the same kind of storm. These storms originate over the ocean usually near the equator and are capable of...

Until this year, scientists and inventors have limited themselves to tracking hurricanes. NOW, both myself and others are finding ways to remediate hurricanes.

August through October is hurricane season in the Atlantic

As a horribly active hurricane season comes to an end, residents in Florida and other coastal states need to prepare for a 20-30 year "busy" cycle in the Atlantic.

Preparing a watercraft before a hurricane strikes is critical to minimize or even eliminate damage. On average, 2 hurricanes affect U.S. coastal areas each year.

How Tropical storms form

An May subtropical storm has developed off of Florida's coast line.

Getting a head start on the official June 1 hurricane season opener, storm Andrea arrives three weeks early.

Computers are able to collect the data that is collect through satellite imaging, as well as radar imaging, and put together much more accurate predictions of what the next storms are most likely to act like.

Being well prepared in advance of a storm, and knowing what your insurance company expects of you, will make assessing your damage a much easier task.

It has flooding rains, strong winds and can damage trees, cars and buildings? Do you know what I'm talking about?

The same area that was hit by Hurricane Katrina faces damage and destruction as a powerful storm hits early Tuesday morning.

The Top Nine storms in the twnetieth centriuy in America show the effects they had on victims. Foretelling how bad it could get. And the consequences thereof.

This article is meant to explain how hurricanes that have moved inland can cause massive damage to areas that are hundreds of miles from the coast.

Hurricane predictors from Colorado State University re-affirmed Thursday their earlier predictions that 17 tropical storms, 9 of which would strengthen in to hurricanes, will form during the 2007 hurricane season

The hot debate in weather circles seems to be over Global Warming. Is it for real, and is it changing our weather systems? The short answers are yes, and yes. How severe will the changes be? And what can we do about them?

NASA scientists at the Goddard Space Cents have come up with a new climate model and it shows that, as the earth's climate gets warmer, the storms we have now that we considered to be violent such as hurricanes and tornadoes will probably become even more violent.

The most fearsome hurricanes, including the current monster known as Hurricane Dean, live out their infancy off the coast of Africa before terrorizing the western hemisphere.

Every summer locations along the Gulf of Mexico and the eastern seaboard brace themselves for the newest hurricane season. The Saffir-Simpson Scale is the most commonly used hurricane scale to describe the intensity and potential effects of a hurricane.

A look at these powerful storms, and the reasons one is deadlier than the other

Before the hurricane season starts, it is a good idea to become familiar with what they are and some of the terminology associated with them.

All of the essentials of hurricanes are covered. If you live near the coast, or are planning a visit - you must understand hurricanes!

The most important thing you can do to be safe from hurricanes is to keep informed and be prepared. Good hurricane disaster prevention includes modifying your home for strength as well as having supplies on hand to make it through the storm.

Storm shelters can provide protection from the high winds produced by tornadoes and hurricanes. They can be built into your home or buried in the yard for quick access when the storm threatens.

Texas had the most dealy hurricane in U.S, history. But as prediction science improved, loss of life went way down.

What's the deal with global warming anyway? Is it real and if it is, what kind is it? Is it occuring now or will it occur later? Has it occuring in the past? Is it really possible to tell if it's happening and why? If it is happening, so what?

Hazard insurance covers property damage caused by fire, wind, storms, and other similar events. But coverage for earthquakes and floods, especially, might not be included with your hazard insurance.

Workable solutions to global warming' stopping hurricanes

OK, so 2006 gave us America's second warmest summer. There are wicked storms, tornadoes, droughts, and hurricanes more so than ever before. Coincidence?

The National Hurricane Center has reported Tropical Storm Boris has formed in the Pacific Ocean. Learn the ins and outs of naming tropical storms and hurricanes from year to year.

Hurricane Flossie has been downgraded to a Tropical Storm and is no longer a threat to the Hawaiian Islands.

Two tropical storms intensify as the southeastern United States prepare for the peak hurricane season.

Residents in Louisiana and Texas gear up for tropical storm Humberto.

Down graded to a Tropical Depression, the wind may not have been a factor to worry about -- but the rain was.

Massive flooding impacts area already reeling from Dean and Felix

Hurricane Isabel slammed into the Outer Banks of North Carolina with winds of 105 miles per hour. My experience as we rode out the storm and the aftermath in Virginia.

The weather in New Hampshire has been icy with snow, rain, sleet, and more blanketing our earth. Hear all about my own experience with this nasty weather.

The arrival of Sub Tropical Storm Andrea puts into sharp focus the impending arrival of hurricane season. Preparing your home for hurricane season. It is better to be safe than sorry.

A brief overview of storm surges, including what they are and how they're created.

Two Thousand and Seven has tried to go out with a bang in the Eastern Panhandle of West Virginia with an unusually snow storm in early December and now the Ice Storm that was thought to paralyze this area.

Global Warming debate takes a toll on the truth, and in the process, threatens different public careers.

On October 2, 2007 a severe storm hit Palmyra, MO. With little warning, two tornadoes tore through the town. This is my account of what happened that day and our town's ability to recover.

The 2008 Hurricane Season begins today, Sunday, June 1, 2008. To mark the beginning of the hurricane season, laugh in the face of this specter of destruction and death to drink a Hurricane on June 1st.

An introduction to hurricane basics, and a listing of this year's hurricane names for 2006.

Preparing for a hurricane or tropical storm should be done well in advance, even before storm season begins. There are many things to consider and many things to buy. This guide will help in case you are caught in the path of a hurricane or tropical storm.

In 1900, the island city of Galveston, Texas sat directly in the path of a category 4 hurricane. They had resisted the idea of building a protective seawall, thinking themselves invulnerable to a strom. Bad idea.

This weekend, parts of the Northeast were hit hard by a winter storm with snow and ice; however the Baltimore/Washington DC Metro Area was spared the brunt of the storm

These are supplies I used or needed during Hurricane Frances when I was stranded at home.

An article with suggestions from my first-hand experience of dealing with storms produced by hurricanes to the South that make their way up here. There's more danger to them than people may realize, and everyone should be prepared with hurricane season here.

Tornadoes rocked many southern states February 6th.

Here are 5 useful resources where kids can learn about hurricanes and hurricane season.

According to a recent press release, CSA International, a leading testing and certification company out of North America, has provided some tips to help ease the pain associated with disasters.

A hurricane is a powerful spiraling storm that begins over warm seawater. Several conditions must be present for a hurricane to form.

The hurricane season of 2005 was stunning. While the victims and the nation continue to heal, there are some precautions to take to avoid such a catastrophe in your own life. Educate yourself and be prepared.

NASA next week plans to kick off its largest Earth science field study of the year, a project involving more than 400 scientists seeking to learn more about how ice crystals, gases and aerosol particles influence climate and cloud formation.

Hurricanes, scienists say, form in multi-decade-long cycles of warmer than average ocean temperatures. Find out what causes this and what it means to you.

How and why you should prepare for hurricanes even off the coastal waters.

Subtropical Storm Andrea is swirling off the Florida/Georgia coast with top sustained winds of around 45 miles per hour, according to local news reports.

Tornadoes occur far more often than hurricanes, can turn deadly in minutes and generally hit without much warning. A storm shelter offers peace of mind, saves lives and is a good investment for those who live in those parts of the country that frequently have tornadoes.

The time to prepare for a hurricane is before it strikes. To survive a hurricane it is vital that you heed any and all warnings that local authorities give.

Things haven't changed much in sixty-seven years. "People against nature" still makes for gripping tales of suspense, and the weather is as predictable now as it was then.

Categorized by their fierce wind strength using the Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Scale, Hurricanes are a threat to everyone living along the water. While smaller hurricanes appear less threatening they often cause the worst damage in certain areas.

A common sense approach to severing the link between the climate, the weather, and CO2 levels.

Hurricane Carla hit the Texas coast on September 11, 1961. The largest hurricane of record in Texas - and the 10th most intense U.S. hurricane at landfall - Carla has a local and personal significance for this author.

These are tips to keep your family safe before, during, and after a hurricane.

Unfortunately most all the forecasters seem to agree that 2007 will be an active hurricane season.

A review of Marq de Villiers' 2006 book, "Windswept: The Story of Wind and Weather," which explores our understanding of the atmosphere through storms, drought and climate change, in particular 2004's Hurricane Ivan.

It's that time again. June 1st and November 30th is hurricane season, when storm systems that organize in the tropical waters of the Atlantic and Carribean form, threatening millions of Americans who live in the Gulf Coast states and along the eastern seaboard.

With hurricanes continually knocking down huge structures with alarming regularity, many people are wondering about hurricane preparation.

One can learn much about a hurricane along with safety tips and ideas on how to survive an upcoming hurricane.

Winter Storm hits Western New York, Buffalo and Niagara Falls area bringing rain, sleet, snow, and freezing rain. Two storms in one week with unpredictable weather impacts travel and daily lives. This storm will continue moving East throughout the weekend.

The different classifications of a hurricane, what they mean,and what can occur is stated in this article

Experts have just announced that U.S citizens living in near the Gulf and Atlantic coast should be prepared for a busy 2007 hurricane season.

By allowing your children to be more involved in preparing for a hurricane, whether or not you are able to evacuate, is one way to help children overcome any anxieties.

Learn the truth about the End Times and how they show that the return of Jesus may happen sooner then you probably thought.

Gov. Perry has declared three Texas counties disaster zones after Hurricane Humberto made landfall.

From unseasonably warm temperatures to outlandish snow and ice storms, winter has definitely arrived to an unusual extent. This flip-flop in weather patterns not only makes it difficult for us to adjust but our four-legged friends may also be feeling out of sorts as well.

A series of severe storms spawned tornadoes in several states. Among the hardest hit areas was Enterprise, Alabama, where the local High School suffered a direct hit. As many as 20 confirmed dead and counting.

September 11, 2007 marks the 15th anniversary of the landfall of Hurricane Iniki on the island of Kauai in Hawaii

This article discusses the choices made if scientists discover a method to changing the weather. In a Discovery Channel program, they discus the current abilities to change hurricanes by weakening it or moving it. This article discusses the consequences of that choice.

Scientists evaluating data from planes flying into a large hurricane have documented changes inside the hurricanes that can quickly alter their intensity. The scientists say these insights can improve hurricane forecasting.

Another chapter in the continuing saga of global warming propaganda.

The 2007 Hurricane season looks to be another active year for tropical storms in Orlando. Here are the latest predictions.

What could we have learned from storms of the past to prepare for the Gulf Coast Hurricanes of 2005?

Recently, a series of deadly tornadoes and storms wreaked havoc on the Southeast, killing many in these small rural areas.

NASA has just announced plans to step up solar research in response to predictions that severe solar weather is on its way. A trio of NASA spacecraft will give a clearer picture of how our parent star works, and will greatly improve our solar event warning system.

Acknowledge the facts that global warming exists. The U.S. contributes to 25 percent of the pollution that causes global warming and only consisting of 4 percent of the world population.

A typical "letter to..." from a concerned party.

From tropical storms to animatronic wildlife, this restaurant has all the markings of a rainforest.

How one small church group made an impact on the lives of Hurricane Katrina survivors.

All the Men in the Sea is the story of the DLB-269, an oil pipe laying barge, that was caught up in Hurricane Roxanne in 1995. The harrowing story of survival among one of the fiercest storms Mother Nature can create is brilliantly told...

Hurricanes can be a devastating part of any ones life. They have been known to wreck homes and take lives. A hurricane is not a joke or a matter to be taken lightly, and I would like to stress that this article is not meant to imply that in any way.