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At Naples Shutter we are all too familiar with hurricane season in Southwest Florida and how it can be brutal for the unprepared. Taking action to protect your family includes maintaining your hurricane window shutters. 

It doesn’t matter if a storm is on its way or not, being educated about the different types of hurricanes is always a good idea. Watching the local news and seeing all of the threats blooming out at sea, it’s important to be knowledgeable about the Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale, which assigns a number to every storm that reaches hurricane status. This number will help you prepare for the level of damage that is expected to occur, thus helping to keep you and your family as safe as possible. The most crucial factor that you’ll need to remember, when a storm is on its way, is that safety is your number one priority, and if it is advised that you evacuate the area, do so as soon as possible. So, when it comes to the level of destruction each hurricane category carries with it, here are the hurricane categories, explained.

It’s after June 1^st and we’ve officially entered into what’s called Hurricane Season. Mother Nature didn’t waste any time this year, greeting us with ample rain recently as a storm made its way past us in the Gulf, but what does that mean for the rest of the season? If you caught our last blog, you already know that Hurricane Season 2022 is predicted to be an active one, which means that if you’re not already prepared, we advise that you get prepared…and fast. You never know which storm system is going to take a turn and head straight for our sandy shores, and being prepared in advance is what we preach each and every year. So, it’s hurricane season…now what? Here are some of the next steps to take to get ready for what the Atlantic Hurricane Season has in store for us this year.

If you've managed to catch any of the weather reports for the past few months, you may be well aware that we're in for an active hurricane season here in Southwest Florida. So, what does that mean exactly and how are you supposed to handle it? Well, although every hurricane season is unique, it's important to stay informed and prepare accordingly, and at Naples Shutter, we advise you to always be ready for anything. Just because meteorologists are predicting an active season, it doesn't mean we'll actually experience a hurricane; however, on the flipside, there have been many times where we were expecting a light season and ended up with a severe storm. The moral of the story is to always be prepared, no matter what the forecasts are, because you can't predict the future. Take some tips from the pros on how to prepare for an active hurricane season.

It may seem like every time you turn on the TV, meteorologists are talking about another storm forming in the Gulf. So, what does it all mean and when should you be concerned? In order to know how to prepare for any incoming inclement weather, you first need to know about the different types of storms, how they're formed and what to expect if one hits. After all, we're still in the heart of hurricane season, and in fact, this time of the year tends to be the most active. Here's all you need to know about the anatomy of a storm, so that you can be sure you're adequately prepared.

Hurricane Season 2020 is right on our heels, and as more and more predictions and reports are released, we may be in for quite an active season. This means that you need to start getting ready for any disaster that heads our way, and we mean now. No more waiting until the official start of the season, which is June 1^st. No more waiting until a storm is approaching. When it comes to hurricane preparedness, the earlier the better. We've already discussed getting your hurricane protection early, so let's move on to another important piece of the puzzle...your hurricane plan.

The sheer force and devastation of a hurricane is something that is indescribable. Catastrophic damage, injuries and more can affect our region during storm time, which means being prepared should be of the utmost importance. Although it's still early in the year, it's the perfect time to start thinking about how you're going to protect your home and family this hurricane season. Don't wait until it's too late to protect what you love. As we ramp up to Hurricane Season 2020, which officially begins June 1st, let the pros help you with some tips along the way.

We've recently experienced a slight hurricane scare. Hurricane Dorian's disorganized path caused many Southwest Florida residents to go into panic mode. Although in the end, we were fortunately spared from the storm, it prompted many Floridians to take a look into their hurricane preparedness plans. Here at Naples Shutter, our goal is to help our clients protect their homes with the very best hurricane protection on the market. As we were receiving multiple calls about last-minute hurricane protection days before the storm, it reiterated our belief in giving yourself the time to get prepared. Here's why you shouldn't wait until a hurricane is on the way to get your home ready.

Let’s face it, if you live in Florida you are well aware of when hurricane season begins and ends, what items need to be packed in a hurricane kit and where to turn for the most accurate weather updates. Being informed is one of the most important aspects of hurricane preparedness, and nearly every Floridian tunes into the news when a hurricane is on its path, even if it’s heading only remotely toward us.