The Gulf and Atlantic coasts are by now intimately familiar with dealing with hurricanes. Every year, from early summer to late fall, residents in much of the coastal South batten down the hatches in preparation for the destructive might these storms bring.
What many people may be unfamiliar with is why these storms form around that time and what it means to reach the season’s peak. Hurricanes result from tropical “waves” sent off from the African coast and transported by the trade winds.
As these low-pressure systems reach the relatively warmer waters of the southern Gulf of Mexico, the heat and moisture transfer to the atmosphere. The increased moisture forms clouds, and the heat differential between the atmosphere and new water vapor lowers the pressure further.
This now very low-pressure system creates wind—and in the case of a hurricane, very powerful winds. The system will intensify into a tropical storm and, if conditions are right, will become powerful enough to be classified as a hurricane.
With that very basic explanation of how hurricanes form out of the way, the reason hurricane seasons exist becomes apparent. The waters of the tropical Gulf become much warmer during the spring and summer months, providing ample energy for storms.
When the elements necessary for hurricane formation are at their highest, the season has reached its relative peak. The waters of the Gulf reach their maximum temperatures in early September, which means they become the ultimate breeding ground for hurricanes.
The 2024 season has defied all expectations by being relatively quiet, but peak season has brought us right back on track. Francine is already threatening the Louisiana coastline, and more tropical waves are already on their way across the Atlantic.
This means that now is the time for Floridians to get the necessary repairs done on their property. Anything that can cause further wind or water damage needs to be patched up or replaced as soon as possible, including clogged drains, broken shutters, or a damaged roof.
Roofs are your property’s first and biggest line of defense, so they should be priority #1. For Miami residents looking to get a quick and effective fix for their damaged roof, A&E Brothers Roofing comes highly recommended.
A&E Bros have provided quality roof repairs and replacements for residential and commercial properties for over a decade. The company has replaced or repaired over 13,000 roofs in the county, so if you find yourself warm and dry on a stormy night in Miami, chances are you have A&E to thank.
With more tropical depressions headed towards the Gulf, there’s no doubt that at least one more hurricane will develop this season, and chances are high it’ll aim itself straight at Florida. If you need some highly skilled Miami roofers to help repair and protect your property, do yourself a favor and contact A&E Bros today:
A&E Brothers Roofing
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4391 SW 74th Ave, Miami, FL 33155