From the atmospheric disturbances that generate them to the insurance market that helps in their aftermath, there is much to understand about hurricanes. Florida State University faculty are world leaders in the study of these destructive storms and solutions for mitigating their impacts.
5 things FSU hurricane experts want Floridians to know before this season
Published: | 11:29 AM
Even during a hurricane season expected to be less active, Florida State University experts say Floridians should prepare early, stay alert and avoid focusing too narrowly on storm categories or forecast cones. During a media briefing Wednesday ahead of the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season, FSU researchers and emergency management specialists […]
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Florida State University experts available to comment for 2026 hurricane season
Published: | 1:04 PM
The 2026 Atlantic hurricane season runs June 1 through Nov. 30, bringing increased potential for destructive storms. Florida State University faculty are leaders in the study of forecasting, evacuation, insurance and building resilience against hurricanes. They are available to speak with media through the 2026 hurricane season and beyond. Four […]
Five Questions with Mark Bourassa: Examining the current state of hurricane forecasting
Published: | 12:33 PM
By Olivia Sanchez With the Atlantic hurricane season underway, Florida State University has several experts who specialize in industry-leading research related to these natural disasters. Mark Bourassa is a professor of Meteorology in the Department of Earth, Ocean and Atmospheric Science, the associate director of the Center for Ocean-Atmospheric Prediction […]