Each year, hurricane season lasts from June 1st to November 30th. As a city on the Gulf Coast, New Orleans regularly experiences tropical weather and is at a higher risk for hurricanes. Dangers from these storms include high winds, heavy rain, tornadoes, flooding, and power outages. It’s important to make a plan in case a storm comes our way. This guide provides the basics of hurricane preparedness. 

Please review our XULA Hurricane Preparedness Guide below. For more information about weather preparedness, please visit our Weather Preparedness page.