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Habitat ReStore begins hurricane preparation

Habitat ReStore begins hurricane preparation

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. -- We've heard the phrase many times before, "the sooner you prepare, the better." That was the case at the Habitat ReStore, where some of the hurricane shutters have...

Posted: 08/23/12 at 6:30 am EDT
  • Fla. emergency director: Isaac will affect state

    Fla. emergency director: Isaac will affect state

    TALLAHASSEE, Fla. -- Florida's top emergency management official says that Tropical Storm Isaac is likely to impact the state in some way.

    Posted: 08/22/12 at 3:45 pm EDT
  • Wall of wind built at FIU

    Wall of wind built at FIU

    MIAMI -- Florida International University's Research Facility has built a wind system that is capable of simulating category 5 hurricane-type winds.

    Posted: 08/21/12 at 12:45 pm EDT
  • Hurricane Andrew 20th Anniversary

    Hurricane Andrew 20th Anniversary

    South Florida has not taken a hit from a major hurricane since Andrew, and it may be hard to believe, but that was 20 years ago. 7's Patrick Fraser takes a look back at the storm that changed everything.

    Posted: 08/20/12 at 6:15 pm EDT
  • US forecasters raise Atlantic hurricane outlook

    US forecasters raise Atlantic hurricane outlook

    MIAMI -- An Atlantic hurricane season that got an early start is likely to stay busy and may produce a few more storms than originally predicted, U.S. forecasters said Thursday.

    Posted: 08/09/12 at 2:55 pm EDT
  • New hurricane center head turned fear into career

    New hurricane center head turned fear into career

    MIAMI -- When the National Hurricane Center's new director was growing up on the Florida and Texas coasts, tropical storms frightened him. Decades later, Rick Knabb understands storms better, but he still doesn't like them.

    Posted: 06/11/12 at 6:45 am EDT
  • New NHC director starts new job

    New NHC director starts new job

    SOUTHWEST MIAMI-DADE, Fla. -- The winds of change has brought the National Hurricane Center a new leader.

    Posted: 06/05/12 at 6:00 pm EDT
  • Hurricane Season kicks off

    Hurricane Season kicks off

    WEST MIAMI-DADE, Fla. -- Today marks the first day of the 2012 Hurricane Season.

    Posted: 06/01/12 at 4:30 pm EDT
  • FEMA: Residents should have a backups for tech

    FEMA: Residents should have a backups for tech

    MIAMI -- FEMA director Craig Fugate says residents should have a backup tech plan in case of a hurricane because cell phones and computers are unlikely to work.

    Posted: 06/01/12 at 3:35 pm EDT
  • Hardware

    Hardware

    With a storm headed our way, for many of us it's time to make a trip to the hardware store. 7's Belkys Nerey is here with the hardware help you need.

    Posted: 06/01/12 at 9:10 pm EDT
  • Car Tips

    Car Tips

    Here's 7's Vivian Gonzalez with some great tips for being evacuation ready.

    Posted: 06/01/12 at 9:10 pm EDT
  • Storms that Form

    Storms that Form

    Now is the time to make your final preparations for the hurricane, and forecasters say hopefully past storms will make everyone prepare for the storms that form. Here's 7's Jeff Lennox.

    Posted: 06/01/12 at 9:05 pm EDT
  • Hurricane Apps

    Hurricane Apps

    Our cell phones have become so important for information and keeping up with family and friends. They can work for you when it comes to a hurricane as well. 7's Craig Stevens is here now with absolute must-have downloads for the 2012 season.

    Posted: 06/04/12 at 1:35 pm EDT
  • WSVN.com

    WSVN.com

    From laptops, to tablets, to smart phones, there are more ways than ever to stay connected to 7News. For the most up-to-date storm coverage 7's Alexis Rivera shows us how.

    Posted: 06/04/12 at 12:40 pm EDT
  • Boats

    Boats

    Boats are fun when the sky is clear, but when a storm threatens, these vessels can be very vulnerable. 7's Carmel Cafiero shows us all the ways to batten down the hatches.

    Posted: 06/01/12 at 9:05 pm EDT
  • Power

    Power

    A lot of times hurricanes mean the power goes out, but you don't have to live in the dark. 7's Brent Cameron is here with ideas on how to get power to the people.

    Posted: 06/01/12 at 9:10 pm EDT
  • Insurance

    Insurance

    We've talked about how to prepare for a storm, but there's one thing you need that will help you recover if a hurricane hits South Florida, and that's insurance. 7's Christine Cruz has everything you need to know when planning for protection.

    Posted: 06/01/12 at 9:10 pm EDT
  • Stay Connected to 7 News

    Stay Connected to 7 News

    From laptops, to tablets, to smart phones, there are more ways than ever to stay connected to 7News. For the most up-to-date storm coverage 7's Alexis Rivera shows us how.

    Posted: 06/01/12 at 9:10 pm EDT
  • Evacuation

    Evacuation

    If you were told to evacuate during a storm, would you know what to do and where to go? It's important that all of us know the route to safety. Here's 7's Mike Marza.

    Posted: 06/01/12 at 9:15 pm EDT
  • Hurricane Don'ts

    Hurricane Don'ts

    Sometimes knowing how to prepare your home for a hurricane means knowing what not to do. 7's Vivian Gonzalez is here now with some don'ts for hurricane prep.

    Posted: 06/01/12 at 9:15 pm EDT
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