Charlie Crist Marks End of 2010 Hurricane Season

Gov. Charlie Crist offered celebratory words for the close of hurricane season on Tuesday but reminded Floridians how dangerous it can be for residents of the Sunshine State.

As we welcome the end of the 2010 Atlantic hurricane season today, I want to remind Floridians that hazardous weather can happen 365 days a year, said Crist. Preparedness shouldnt end with hurricane season. I encourage all Florida families and businesses to be prepared for the possibility of dangerous storms in the winter and spring, too.

Thankfully, weve been blessed with a mild hurricane season that spared our state from a devastating impact equal to those of seasons past, continued Crist. Now is a great time to review and update disaster plans and supplies.

This holiday season, consider holiday gift baskets of preparedness items for families in need and donate nonexpired goods to a local food bank or charitable community group, suggested Crist. Items like a NOAA alert radio can become a lifesaving stocking stuffer.