Storm Quadrants

6/23/2020 (Permalink)

When there is a hurricane in the Gulf, all eyes are watching the path that it takes.  We make our preparations and follow the track as it sets sights on its target.  However, did you know that some of the roughest weather and destruction may not fall on the bullseye, but rather to the east of it?  While the structure of the hurricane can be broken down in to three parts (eye, eyewall, outer region), the storm is broken out into quadrants.   When looking at a storm and drawing a line directly perpendicular and horizontally through the eye you have the left front, right front, left rear and right rear quadrants.  Each quadrant has unique characteristics regarding the type and strength of storm conditions it brings with it.  The front left quadrant sees the largest storm surge while the front right quadrant brings the most significant impact.  The back left quadrant is the weakest but still dangerous, while the back right quadrant will see the strongest winds and gusts.  No matter what portion of the storm your area falls into, it is important to be prepared.  Nature is unpredictable and having your emergency kit together could minimize damage and protect your property and your family.  At SERVPRO of Mobile County, we are experts in storm cleanup and we will always be ready should the unexpected strike.  After the storm clears, we are Here to Help^® when you need us!