Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale
Hurricanes are categorized from 1 to 5 based on their sustained wind speeds. Categories 3, 4, and 5 are designated as Major Hurricanes due to their significant threat to life and property. Click on any category below to inspect damage forecasts.
Devastating damage will occur (Major Hurricane). Well-built framed homes may incur major damage or removal of roof decking and gable ends. Many trees will be snapped or uprooted, blocking numerous roads. Electricity and water will be unavailable for several days to weeks after the storm passes.
Critical Preparedness Action:
Finalize evacuation plans if in surge zone. Secure clean water supplies. Fill vehicle fuel tanks.
Step-by-step
Storm Preparation Guide
Complete checklists to secure your home and family.
Local Licensed Contractors
Verify credentials and request quotes from licensed, active coastal contractors specializing in wind mitigation and storm recovery.
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Landfall Supply Essentials
Browse storm-ready gear curated by Hurricane Life Supply Co. built for structural protection, family safety, and real post-landfall recovery.
Generators & Power
Portable power stations, solar panels, and heavy-duty generators to keep critical devices running.
Water & Filtration
Emergency drinking water storage, purification systems, and high-volume filtration kits.
First Aid & Medical
Fully-stocked medical bags, tourniquets, burn kits, and professional emergency responder trauma supplies.
Emergency Lighting
Solar-rechargeable lanterns, professional headlamps, glow sticks, and backup safety lighting.
Cooking & Rationing
Compact camp stoves, backup fuel cylinders, freeze-dried survival meals, and complete cooksets.
Wind & Window Security
High-grade window film, panel anchor hardware, and professional shutters to deflect debris.
Fire Safety & Extinguishers
Heavy-duty fire extinguishers, heat alarms, and flame-retardant safety equipment.
Tactical & Survival Tools
Multi-tools, structural pry bars, heavy tarping, paracord, and structural board-up tools.
Curated Essentials
The absolute must-have essentials hand-picked by our Florida response team.
Complete Supply Catalog
Browse our entire inventory of certified hurricane preparedness and recovery products.
Storm Radar & Alerts
Track active storms in real time. We list reliable, non-commercial sources for emergency monitoring.
Third-party service names (MyRadar, NOAA, NHC, FEMA, Red Cross) are trademarks of their respective owners. Links are provided for informational reference only.
MyRadar — Live Weather
The top-rated radar app trusted by millions for real-time storm tracking, hurricane paths, wind speeds, and severe weather alerts. High-resolution satellite feed with active tropical layers.
NHC — National Hurricane Center
Official storm advisories, track forecasts, wind probability maps, and warnings from NOAA.
www.nhc.noaa.gov→National Weather Service (NWS)
Local forecasts, weather warnings, and radar feeds for the entire United States.
www.weather.gov→FEMA — Federal Emergency Management
Federal declarations, shelter assistance status, relief funding, and preparedness guides.
www.fema.gov→Florida Division of Emergency Management
Florida evacuation maps, local county alerts, and state disaster updates.
www.floridadisaster.org→Texas Division of Emergency Management
Texas coastal storm tracking, evacuation routes, and disaster recovery info.
tdem.texas.gov→American Red Cross
Emergency shelter listings, safety guides, and disaster relief donation resources.
www.redcross.org→CISA — Infrastructure Security
National guidance on infrastructure recovery, generator safety, and grid restoration.
www.cisa.gov→Ready.gov — Emergency Prep
Official US government portal with detailed storm, flood, and evacuation kits recommendations.
www.ready.gov→Storm Prep Assistant
Get personalized advisory on emergency timelines, building shutters, generator operations, and insurance.
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Insurance & Coverage Gaps
Audit your hurricane coverage, calculate deductibles, and locate your state's windstorm underwriting carrier.
Do you currently have homeowners insurance?
Coastal Carrier Directory
Active homeowners and windstorm insurance carriers by state. Click any carrier to visit their official site or claim portal.
New Hampshire
NHMassachusetts
MARhode Island
RIConnecticut
CTNew Jersey
NJNorth Carolina
NCSouth Carolina
SCFlorida Keys
🗝Important: Standard homeowners insurance typically does NOT cover flood damage. Purchase a separate flood policy through NFIP or a private carrier well before hurricane season. Most flood policies have a 30-day waiting period.
Emergency Contacts
Save these before the storm hits. Numbers to call and sites to visit when it matters most.
FEMA Disaster Aid
Apply for federal disaster assistance online after a declared disaster.
disasterassistance.govNational VOAD
Voluntary organizations providing disaster relief and recovery services nationwide.
nvoad.orgTX Windstorm (TWIA)
Texas Windstorm Insurance Association — claims and coverage for Gulf Coast TX homeowners.
twia.orgLA Citizens Insurance
Louisiana Citizens Property Insurance — insurer of last resort for coastal parishes.
lacitizens.comMS Windstorm Assoc.
Mississippi Windstorm Underwriting Association for Gulf Coast MS homeowners.
mwua.orgAL Insurance Underwriting
Alabama Insurance Underwriting Association for coastal Alabama homeowners.
aiua.orgMonroe County EM (Keys)
Florida Keys emergency management — evacuation phases, shelter locations, and Keys-specific storm guidance.
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who Run Toward the Storm
We're building a dedicated operations platform for first responders — incident dashboards, deployment tracking, contractor vetting, FEMA documentation, and real-time storm data. If you're a firefighter, EMT, emergency manager, or law enforcement officer, register your interest and be first in line when HLSC Command launches.
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Platform Features
Incident Dashboard
Real-time operational picture — active storms, unit positions, road access, shelter capacity.
FEMA Documentation
AI-assisted documentation for Category A & B reimbursement — stop losing federal funding.
Contractor Vetting
Instant license verification + price gouging reporting for field commanders after landfall.
Mutual Aid Board
Post and view inter-agency resource requests — crews, equipment, supplies — across counties.
Deployment Tracker
Time-stamped unit deployment log that auto-generates FEMA reimbursement records.
Field Condition Reports
Field crews submit road hazards and access issues from the field — shared ops picture for command.
Verify a Contractor License
Every licensed contractor in the US maintains a public record with their state licensing board. Enter any contractor's license number below to be taken directly to the official state verification portal — confirm their license is active, current, and in good standing before you hire.
How this works: Clicking "Verify License" opens the official state licensing board portal for the selected state in a new tab, pre-filled where possible with the contractor's license number. License status is maintained by each state — Hurricane Life Supply Co. does not host or control licensing data. Always verify a contractor's license is active, check for any disciplinary actions, and confirm they carry current liability insurance and workers' compensation before signing any contract.
Direct links to every official contractor licensing verification portal on the East Coast. Bookmark this section.
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Get listed in front of coastal homeowners actively preparing for — or recovering from — a hurricane. Qualified, high-intent leads in your service area.
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- Directory listing
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- Lead contact form
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All contractors verified for active license and insurance before listing. Listing requires signed Contractor Directory Agreement.
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First Responders Portal
Verify agency status, register local resource availability, and alert dispatch coordinators of active response coverage.
Emergency Notice
This registry is used to coordinate emergency assets (high-water vehicles, generators, food/water distribution, heavy clearing machinery) during active storm recovery. Do NOT use this form for individual medical or 911 emergencies.
Active Networks:
- ✓Inter-Agency Mutual Aid Dispatch
- ✓FEMA Local Coordination Liaisons
- ✓Utility & Telecom Restoration Crews