If you’ve ever heard a summer weather forecast – sunny, highs in the mid-80s, chance of late afternoon thundershowers – you might decide that it’s not too hard to be a meteorologist. But when it comes to predicting hurricanes, the process is highly scientific, utilizing analog data, statistical models, atmospheric conditions and ocean temperatures. According to recent reports, the 2017 hurricane season is shaping up to be pretty busy--already experts are predicting more action than historical hurricane activity. So while the power company, emergency responders and municipal officials can plan, drill and equip for the worst, what can you do as a consumer and home owner? “As much as science helps set the stage, hurricanes can be unpredictable when it comes to...