Federal forecasters last month predicted as many as 19 named storms would form, of which as many as 10 will be hurricanes.
Another dynamic may also come into play this year when tropical systems threaten the U.S.: disaster fatigue.
FEMA recently released the “COVID-19 Pandemic Operational Guidance for the 2020 Hurricane Season” to help emergency managers and public health officials best prepare for disasters while continuing to respond to and recover from the pandemic. Nursing homes are at particular risk during a hurricane, according to Weather.us meteorologist Ryan Maue.
He added that amid the coronavirus crisis, Red Cross will provide some relief services virtually, including mental health support and financial assistance, thanks to investments in items like laptops, wireless hotspots and mobile devices.
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