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The 2025 hurricane season is already underway, and it looks like it will be more active than usual. According to forecasts from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric istration (NOAA), there is a 60% chance that this season will exceed the historical average in number of storms and hurricanes. Between 13 and 19 named storms are expected, of which between six and 10 could become hurricanes, and at least three to five could be major hurricanes (Category 3 or higher).
This increase in activity is a cause for concern, especially in states that have historically been the most vulnerable. Florida leads the list with 120 hurricanes making landfall since 1851, ing for 40.4% of all hurricanes that have impacted the United States. It is followed by Texas with 66 hurricanes (22.2%) and Louisiana with 56 (18.86%).
Other high-risk states include North Carolina, South Carolina, Alabama, Georgia, Mississippi, New York and Virginia. Although Mississippi has received fewer hurricanes (19), 42% of them have been of great intensity, which makes it one of the states with the highest relative risk.
What months have the most activity during hurricane season?
The hurricane season in the Atlantic runs from June 1 to November 30, with September being the most active month, with 42% of hurricanes forming during this period. August and October also have a high incidence.
The 2024 season had already been particularly destructive, with five major hurricanes causing more than $123 billion in damage and 314 deaths. The names assigned for the 2025 storms include Andrea, Barry, Chantal, Dexter, among others.
In light of this, experts stress the importance of early preparation. Having an evacuation plan, an emergency kit and reviewing insurance coverage, especially for flooding, are key measures. While insurance usually covers wind damage, only a separate policy protects against flooding, and currently only 62% of residents in high-risk areas have adequate coverage.
The season is just beginning, but the risks are clear. Being prepared can make all the difference.