Learn Hurricane Science, Mitigation and Preparedness During Free “Eye of the Storm” Event on Saturday, May 31, at the Museum of Discovery and Science
- wgclients01
- May 12
- 2 min read
Hurricane season begins June 1 - is your family prepared? Join the Museum of Discovery and Science (MODS), the Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) and Florida International University’s (FIU) International Hurricane Research Center (IHRC) on Saturday, May 31, from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., for “Eye of the Storm” - a FREE, action-packed day of family-friendly education, museum exploration and hurricane preparedness.
Step in front of the camera and become the reporter of a live storm segment in the WSVN news studio. Take charge of the forecast, delivering real-time weather updates to your eager viewers.
“With hurricane season rapidly approaching on June 1, it’s a good practice to be prepared for extreme weather and to understand the wealth of expert resources available in case of an emergency,” said Joseph P. Cox, president and CEO of MODS. “We are proud to be Broward County’s dynamic Hub for Resilience Education and we’re grateful to FIU and the FDEM for their support in helping us champion engagement, education and action for sustainability, resilience and overall safety during storm season.”
Learn the 'whys' and 'hows' of severe storms from the FIU Meteorology Club.
Future Storm Chasers can participate in family-friendly activities including:
Presentations and Demonstrations by Hurricane Experts
International Hurricane Protection Association (IHPA) Air Cannon Missile Demonstrations
FIU Wind Engineering
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Hurricane Hunters
Live Weather Theater Shows
Local TV Meteorologists
A Kids Zone
Weather Safety
Weather Arts & Crafts
Storytime
Mascot Meet-and-Greets
MODS Weather Science Demos and All-Day Museum Exploration
Emergency Vehicle "Touch a Truck" and Meet & Greet with South Florida First Responders
Families can explore sustainability and climate adaptation in Florida’s Climate Future City, sponsored by the Environmental Defense Fund. Guests can design and test resilient cities built to withstand extreme weather. Young meteorologists (ages 0-6) can discover how hurricanes form and create “My Hero Helper” portraits.
Demonstrate the unpredictable nature of tornadoes onstage during live science shows
“We’re proud to once again partner with FDEM and MODS to make critical hurricane science, mitigation, and preparedness education accessible to the entire community,” said Erik Salna, associate director for education and outreach at FIU’s Extreme Events Institute and International Hurricane Research Center and host of “Eye of the Storm.” “South Florida is one of the most hurricane-prone regions in the country and knowledge is power. This event brings together residents, leading hurricane experts, emergency management and community relief agencies for an interactive experience that empowers families with the tools, insights and resources they need to prepare effectively and build resilience before the next storm strikes.”
Admission to MODS during the “Eye of the Storm” event is FREE thanks to the generous sponsors of FIU-IHRC and FDEM. To register, please visit mods.org/eyeofthestorm or onsite at the Museum box office upon arrival.
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