The word hurricane is derived from ‘Hurican’ the Carib god of evil. The Carib god ‘Hurican’ was derived from ‘Hurakan’, a Mayan creator god. ‘Hurakan’ blew his breath across the chaotic water and brought forth dry land. He later destroyed the men of wood with a great storm and flood.

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association/Atlantic Oceanographic and Meteorological Laboratory

 

Before hurricane season approaches and the masses hit the market, April is a great time to begin collecting your hurricane season supplies. Avoiding the crowds and the stores low on stock ensures your chances of getting the items you will need for the quickly approaching season.

 

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