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 […]
Be Prepared: An Active Hurricane Season Is Ahead
As the Atlantic hurricane season approaches, starting June 1, staying prepared and informed is crucial. With ocean temperatures at record highs and a possible La Niña event, experts are predicting an exceptionally active hurricane season, potentially featuring twice the average number of named storms. Why This Season Could Be Different The combination of record-warm Atlantic […]
Stay Prepared: NHC Tracking 3 Tropical Waves Just Days Before Hurricane Season
As the official start of the 2024 Atlantic Hurricane Season approaches, the National Hurricane Center (NHC) has already begun tracking three tropical waves. These disturbances are typical for this time of year and are the first we are seeing this season. One tropical wave is in the Caribbean, another near South America, and a third […]
Preparing Your Business for the 2024 Hurricane Season: What You Need to Know
As the 2024 hurricane season intensifies, it’s crucial for business leaders to stay informed and prepared. Colorado State University recently updated its forecast, predicting an even more active season than initially expected. With the National Hurricane Center’s forecasts and warnings readily available, there’s no better time than now to ensure your business is storm-ready. Updated […]