00:00Hurricane forecasts are getting better, but researchers say one communication problem remains.
00:05A Florida State University study examined how people understand hurricane forecast maps.
00:11The research focused on a redesigned National Hurricane Center graphic, introduced in 2024.
00:16The updated map adds inland tropical storm and hurricane watches and warnings.
00:21Researchers tested the graphic with participants in Florida and Georgia.
00:24People viewing the updated version were better at identifying areas under hurricane watches.
00:30But the improvement did not change how much risk they believed they faced.
00:34It also did not make participants more likely to plan protective actions.
00:38Researchers say many people still misunderstand the familiar hurricane cone.
00:42A wider cone is sometimes mistaken for a bigger or stronger storm.
00:47The study says inland communities can face flooding, tornadoes, and damaging winds.
00:52Experts recommend using the hurricane cone alongside local forecasts and clear safety guidance.
00:58Disclosure. This video contains stock footage and content created or enhanced using AI-assisted tools.
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