The National Hurricane Survival Initiative

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

The 2009 version of the National Hurricane Survival Test, "Get Ready, America!", features a multiple-choice test examining viewers' knowledge of what needs to be done to adequately prepare for the upcoming hurricane season.

Presented in a quick-paced format, the program offers a retrospective of the record-breaking 2008 storm season; takes the viewer inside some of the most exciting hurricane research currently underway, and offers reality-based advice concerning insurance and how best to handle a claim when necessary.

"Get Ready, America!", produced by Ron Sachs Communications and Core Message, emphasizes the critical need for personal responsibility before, during and after each storm season.

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