LSU AgCenter
Hurricane season is once again upon us, and the LSU AgCenter has recommendations to mitigate potential damage and losses to yards, homes and pets as well as tips for keeping food and cleaning supplies on hand.
While not as active as the historic season of 2020, 2021 saw 21 named storms — including seven hurricanes, four of which were major. One of these, Ida, was a Category 4 storm second only to Katrina in its damage to Louisiana.
This year, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is predicting an above-average season with the potential of 14 to 21 named storms, six to 10 hurricanes and three to six major hurricanes. AgCenter specialists have some guidance for staying prepared.