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Three Major Hurricanes Predicted for 2016

Prepare your boat before hurricane season starts.
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The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has predicted that three major hurricanes will form in the Atlantic in 2016. This means we should expect three hurricanes that build to category 3 storms or higher—which features wind speeds ranging from 111 to 129 mph.

Overall, NOAA predicts a total of 14 named storms, eight hurricanes and three major ones. With the forecast for such an active season, it behooves the coastal boating community to be prepared. Have a plan in place for your boat, as well as an evacuation plan for your family.

Click here for the 2016 List of Storm Names

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