Joshua Kerrigan Encourages Boaters to Use Caution During Hurricane Season
Joshua Kerrigan works in marina management in Florida. A marina can provide a permanent home for a yacht, or it can serve as a sort of hotel for visiting yachts from other parts of the world.

October 19, 2011 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Joshua Kerrigan works in marina management in Florida. A marina can provide a permanent home for a yacht, or it can serve as a sort of hotel for visiting yachts from other parts of the world.

Joshua Kerrigan works in marina management in Florida. A marina can provide a permanent home for a yacht, or it can serve as a sort of hotel for visiting yachts from other parts of the world. In his work, Joshua Kerrigan sees many boat captains arrive in Florida who are unaware of the Floridian hurricane season. "I've met a few captains who weren't sure when the hurricane season hits here, and it has me a little scared," Joshua Kerrigan says. "Hurricanes can do a lot of damage in a short period of time, so it pays to know the warning signs and learn what to do in case of emergency."

Hurricane season in Florida lasts from June 1 through November 30. Although hurricanes have been known to form in Florida at any time of year, they are most prevalent during these months. Florida has more hurricanes than any other U.S. state, and has suffered severe damage in recent years due to hurricane activity.

"Often, the weather reports will state that a hurricane is forming several days before the hurricane actually hits," Joshua Kerrigan says. "This is incredibly helpful for those of us who work in or around the water, as we can plan to protect ourselves and our property." Joshua Kerrigan often encourages his out-of-town visitors to listen to the weather reports each and every day as a result. "Most of them do this already, since they're experienced captains and they know that the weather will impact their work. But I have run into a few captains who don't take the weather as seriously as they should."

People on the marina can see Joshua Kerrigan for advice on how to prepare for an oncoming storm. He's seen several storms come and go, and he has extensive experience in helping people prepare. If a storm does hit and people are injured, Joshua Kerrigan has training as a paramedic, so he can provide some medical assistance. "I do what I can to help people get out of harm's way in case a storm is coming, but I thought I should get some training in case the worst happens," Joshua Kerrigan says.

"I hope all boat owners will do make a point to listen to the weather reports and take hurricane warnings seriously," Joshua Kerrigan says. "We can all do our part as a community to protect one another and stay safe."

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