AAA hurricane survey highlights surprising results for those in impact zones

The Fox Weather Hurricanes specialist Bryan Norcross analyzes the first perspective issued for the 2025 Atlantic Hurricane season, which was launched by the forecasts of the State University of Colorado. The CSU team asks for 17 storms with name, nine of which are expected to become hurricanes. Four of those hurricanes could reach important status, with winds of at least 111 mph (category 3 or higher).

Tampa, Fla. – Following what he consults is the Thirdructive Hurricane season, a survey conducted by the American Automobile Association found changing ideologies on how to protect lives and properties before the next cyclone arrives.

According to the AAA survey, 84% of respondents in Florida said they make advanced preparations for the hurricane season or severe weather, more than 20% higher than the next closest state.

The group did not specifically declare what was behind the large number of respondents who plan to prepare for a hurricane, but without a doubt, recently with cyclones such as Milton, Helene and Ian probably played some kind of paper.

“The severity of the 2024 hurricane season was a marked reminder or how vulnerable we are for natural disasters,” said Jennifer Pintacuda, president of Florida’s insurance companies in AAA, in a statement.

It is estimated that damage for $ 130 billion during the 2024 hurricane season, and most of the destruction occur in the states of Florida, Georgia, South Carolina and North Carolina.

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Although Floridans make preparations, they are less likely to evacuate when a hurricane threatens, with the residents of North Carolina with greater probability of paying attention to the advice to leave, according to the survey.

The tar is classified annually as one of the highest in terms of compliance with evacuation orders.

A common reason for coastal residents not to abandon their homes is the need to remain close to their property to guarantee their safety and address any problem that arises.

Other common responses included believe that the forecast was incorrect, not having a safe option for their pets, financial reasons and simply not knowing where to advance a storm.

AAA also asked the respondents about flood insurance, with Florida leading the way with 34% of respondents stating that they covered an active policy.

In all other southern states, including North Carolina, no more than 25% of the population reported having an active flood insurance policy.

“Financial protection is as vital as supplies storage,” Pintacuda said. “Having the correct coverage can make all the difference when a disaster occurs.”

Something unusual is happening in the tropics

The 2025 Atlantic Hurricanes season official begins on June 1 and will run for 183 days until November 30, but there are some leg signs that indicate that the season may not be what a supporter is to be hyperactive.

Upon entering the last month before the start of the season, water temperatures were around 2 degrees colder than last year, which can reduce instability in the main development region.

In April, the Colorado State University launched its perspective for hurricanes of 2025 and said it hopes that 17 storms with name, nine hurricanes and four of the hurricanes to strengthen in categories 3, 4 or 5.

The first storm appointed of the Hurricane season of the Atlantic 2025 will be Andrea, followed by Barry, Chantal and Dexter.

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(Fox climate)