Considering a Category 6: Adapting the Hurricane Scale for an Era of Climate Change
In recent years, we’ve witnessed the formation of exceptionally powerful tropical storms, prompting discussions among experts about the potential introduction of a new hurricane category: Category 6. This proposal stems from the observation that the most severe storms are intensifying due to climate change, challenging the adequacy of the current five-category Saffir-Simpson hurricane scale, established […]
Strengthening Business Continuity: Key Learnings from Hurricane Idalia for IT Preparedness
In the aftermath of Hurricane Idalia, a powerful reminder of nature’s force, WheelHouse IT underscores the vital need for businesses to bolster their storm preparedness, especially from an IT and technology perspective. The hurricane’s journey from a Category 4 intensity over open waters to making landfall as a Category 3 storm near Keaton Beach, FL, […]
National Hurricane Center says no to adding Category 6 to Scale
In recent discussions surrounding the intensification of tropical storms due to climate change, rumors swirled about a potential new addition to the hurricane scale: a Category 6. We even reported these rumors just two days ago. A study suggesting that the strongest storms are becoming even more powerful sparked this speculation, leading to debates on […]
Warmer Ocean Temperatures Could be a Sign of a Busy 2024 Hurricane Season
As an MSP serving hundreds of businesses in areas with the potential to be affected by hurricanes, WheelHouse IT understands the importance of early preparation. While the hurricane season officially begins in June, the current oceanic and climatic indicators suggest that the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season could be more active than usual, making now the […]
Preparing Your Business for Hurricane Season: A Proactive Approach
As hurricane season approaches, businesses in Florida must prepare for the inevitable impact of these natural disasters. Experts predict that the 2024 hurricane season will be busier than average, emphasizing the need for comprehensive preparedness plans. Even businesses away from the coast must recognize hurricanes’ potential threats, including flooding and infrastructure damage. An emergency plan […]