South Florida

Thinking about hurricane season now? Here are three things to know

Stories by Miami Herald journalists, with AI summarization

These articles focus on preparing for hurricane season.

One questions the safety of staying in Miami high-rises during hurricanes, pointing out that newer buildings comply with strict codes, yet not all structures are equally safe. Another article offers practical advice for the 2025 hurricane season in South Florida, recommending that residents inspect their buildings and prepare emergency kits well before storms are forecasted. Meanwhile, another article estimates the cost of hurricane kits, stressing the importance of having seven days' worth of essential supplies ready in advance.

Read our recent coverage below.

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This file photo from Nov. 9, 2022, shows a Surfside beachgoer watching the breaking surf as Tropical Storm Nicole moved toward Florida. The weekend of Feb. 3-5, 2023, will not bring a tropical storm. But the scene could look as wet as storm chances are 70% in South Florida, with a forecast of gusty winds nearing 30 mph and thunderstorms. By Carl Juste

NO. 1: IS IT SAFE TO STAY IN YOUR MIAMI HIGH-RISE DURING A TROPICAL STORM OR HURRICANE? WHAT TO KNOW

Not every building is the same. | Published May 31, 2024 | Read Full Story by Michelle Marchante

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Cars lineup for fuel at the Wawa gas station in Brandon, Florida on Friday, October 11, 2024 a day after Hurricane Milton struck the westcoast By Al Diaz / Miami Herald Staff

NO. 2: TAKE THIS ADVICE TO DEAL WITH THE 2025 HURRICANE SEASON IN SOUTH FLORIDA

Forecasters are calling it above average. | Published May 23, 2025 | Read Full Story by Michelle Marchante

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A pile of emergency preparation, natural disaster supplies including: checklist, flashlight, first aid kit, lantern, water bottles, canned goods, can opener, radio, backpack, batteries. When it’s hurricane season it’s best to be prepared. By fstop123

NO. 3: HOW MUCH WILL A HURRICANE KIT COST? SEE PRICES AS YOU GET READY FOR STORM SEASON

Prepare and avoid panic buying. You’ll save money and your sanity. | Published May 29, 2025 | Read Full Story by Howard Cohen

The summary above was drafted with the help of AI tools and edited by journalists in our News division. All stories listed were reported, written and edited by McClatchy journalists.