'Tis the season---for hurricanes

Kenny Chesney made it sound so poetic when singing about this wretched force of Mother Nature:

Don't really know what day it is

Been rocking nine days in a row

All I know is it's hurricane season

And any minute she's gonna blow

I need a shave and I need some rest

I know some people are worried about me

But I'm french kissing life square in the mouth

Sailing out on the sea

-Kenny Chesney "French Kissing Life"

That said, most people would agree that hurricane season is pretty hairy and a busy time for many Coast Guard members.

Last year, some of our writers shared with you some great tips that are worth bringing to the forefront:

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