Hurricane season started on June 1 and runs through Nov. 30. And while no one can predict if the Tampa Bay area will get hit, we all can take steps to be prepared for this threat.

To help residents prepare, Hillsborough County has released the 2012 Hurricane Guide, The Official Guide For The Tampa Bay Area, both in English and Spanish, to local post offices and libraries. The guides are also available online.

This 2012 Hurricane Guide, The Official Guide For The Tampa Bay Area covers all aspects of hurricane preparedness.