WATCH: 2019 Hurricane Ready, Before the Storm

Jacksonville, FL — It’s a screaming message from emergency leaders across Florida. Look at who stayed behind as Hurricane Michael slammed ashore as a Category 5 hurricane in the Florida Panhandle.

News 104.5 WOKV brought together a panel of experts, led by Action News Jax Chief Meteorologist Mike Buresh, to talk through steps that you can take to protect your family, your property or your business for a disaster up to an including a hurricane.

Listen for the story of one family that chose to ride out Hurricane Michael in their attic, only to lose the home after the storm had passed.  The mistake they made is one that Mike Buresh says he will never forget.