Hurricane Information

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HURRICANE CATEGORIES

Tropical Depression - contains winds up to 39 miles per hour (mph). 
Tropical Storm - 39 - 73 mph winds 
Category 1 – 74 to 95 mph winds 
Category 2 – 96 to 110 mph winds 
Category 3 – 111 to 129 mph winds 
Category 4
 – 130 to 156 mph winds. 
Category 5 – winds 157 mph or greater. 

 

HURRICANE PREPARATION LINKS

North Carolina Hurricane Guide

Hurricane Safety Brochure 1     Hurricane Safety Brochure 2     

Plan & Prepare - Learn how to get a kitmake a planstay informed and protect your home.