On September 8, 1900, a monstrous hurricane struck Galveston, Texas, claiming thousands of lives. Explore the devastation, the lessons, and the legacy that changed storm forecasting forever. Brought to you by Will Wright of the Galveston Historical Foundation.

Storm surge is the leading cause of hurricane-related deaths—yet it's often misunderstood, even by lifelong coastal residents. This post explains what it is, how it forms, and why early evacuation is your only safe option. We include survivor stories, simulations, and real-world footage to help you visualize the threat and act wisely.

I was forced me off my feet just as a tropical system passed through Florida. I couldn’t prep, but our team did. This is what it taught me about the power of community, and why your hurricane plan needs more than just gear—it needs people.

Hurricane Erick made a rare early-season landfall in Oaxaca, Mexico, unleashing deadly winds, floods, and blackouts. Here’s what happened on the ground.

Learn how to read the Wind Speed Probability Map and why it’s a vital tool for understanding hurricane wind risks beyond the forecast cone.

Trooper the dog was left behind during Hurricane Milton, tied to a fence as floodwaters rose. His dramatic rescue, recovery, and the law that followed reveal powerful lessons about true hurricane preparedness—and who we leave behind.

Confused by hurricane forecast cones and tropical outlooks? Learn how to read the NHC’s predictions like a pro, avoid common misinterpretations, and prepare smarter during hurricane season.

Explore the stories of America’s most hurricane-prone cities—how they’ve faced storms, floods, and wind, and the resilience shaping their future. Learn what makes these cities vulnerable and how communities prepare for hurricane season.

In Puerto Rico’s mountainous heart, one woman’s fictional account echoes the true resilience of communities who survived Hurricane San Felipe II in 1928. As bridges collapsed and rivers rose, neighbors banded together with ingenuity and grit. This Cat5Prep.com story honors real hurricane history with lessons for today’s storm season.

Need to track hurricanes like a pro? This sneak peek highlights trusted weather apps and sites for the 2025 season. From NOAA to Windy, explore smart tools for staying storm-ready. Full article lives on our Prep Blog.

Understand how hurricanes are classified and measured, from wind speed to storm surge. This narrative breakdown of the Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale.

Before hurricanes earn names and headlines, they begin as whispers—heat rising from the sea, air spinning with purpose. This poetic exploration reveals the anatomy of nature’s most powerful storm, from the eye to the ocean that feeds it.

Explore the origins of the word "hurricane" from Taíno and Mayan mythology to colonial adoption and scientific use—where language, culture, and storms collide.