Lack of hurricane awareness and preparation can compound the disaster caused by a major storm. Reuters reports: “Colorado State University researchers on Friday raised their forecast for the 2012 Atlantic hurricane season to 13 tropical storms, with five hurricanes and two major hurricanes.” Follow the links below for more details regarding the 2012 Atlantic hurricane forecast, what it may mean for you, your family and your home, and how you can reduce the effects of a hurricane by being prepared.

2012 Atlantic Hurricane Season:
Fox News – 2012 Atlantic hurricane forecast raised to 13 tropical storms →
WWLTV News – Hurricane season starts June 1 and it’s time for residents to prepare →
HLN – Hurricane season 2012: How bad will it be? →
Wunderground – The 2012 Atlantic hurricane season begins: what is in store? →

Hurricane Preparedness:
NOAA National Hurricane Center – Hurricane Preparedness →
FEMA – Hurricane Readiness →