Florida residents should prepare for an above-normal 2025 Atlantic hurricane season, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) National Weather Service.
The 2025 Atlantic hurricane season will start June 1 and last until November 30. NOAA predicts a 30% chance of a near-normal season, a 60% chance of an above-normal season and a 10% chance of a below-normal season. Between 13-19 total names storms with winds of 39 mph or higher are forecast.
Florida Farm Bureau encourages Floridians to take all the necessary precautions when it comes to preparing for a hurricane. Florida residents are encouraged to follow the tips below to ensure all necessary precautions are taken pre- and post- hurricanes.
- Gather supplies such as medication, non-perishable food, water, pet supplies, batteries, generators and sanitizing items. A complete list of suggested items can be found here.
- Make an emergency plan for those in your household.
- Gather and review important documents. This includes insurance documents, identification cards and other personal documents.
- Download and monitor the weather app to receive storm updates.
It is important to document any damage after a hurricane. Before starting cleanup, make sure to take pictures of any fallen debris, flooding and other damage to your personal property. Florida Farm Bureau provides members with an up-to-date hurricane resource page with important documents and quick access to waivers and agriculture resources, which can be found here.
More hurricane preparedness tips can be found at Hurricanes | Ready.gov.
