The Yucatan Peninsula is particulalrly prone to Hurricanes, so basically throughout Hurricante season you can visit and experience a rather unique holiday, i.e. June to November. Be sure to spend your time with someone experienced, because it can be rather disturbing...

Things to do to prepare:
- Stock enough food, water and medicine to remain at home for at least three days without power in case rescue efforts are delayed or roads are blocked.
- Have a backup power source for home medical equipment.
- Know where your shut-off valves are for utilities such as gas, electricity and water.
- Have a list of your medications, allergies and medical conditions. Take it with you along with your medications if you evacuate.
- Have a cell phone (land line service can be interrupted.) Have an emergency contact person out of the area. For more information on current weather check out the following links:

NOAA Click on Gulf of Mexico, read the synopsis or warnings. You can then take a look at the wind and wave forecasts for 24, 48 and 72 time frames. Also visit http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/ for current hurricane activity.
Weather Channel to view a satellite map of the Yucatan and the Gulf of Mexico.
Red Cross for hurricane victims

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