The public is invited to come aboard a WC-130J Hurricane Hunter Aircraft and meet the crew members who fly into hurricanes on Saturday, June 13 from 11 a.m.-6 p.m. . In recognition of “Hurricane Awareness” and kick off of the 2009 Hurricane Season, the National Weather Service office in Peachtree City is teaming up with the 53rd Weather Reconnaissance Squadron to bring a heightened awareness of inland tropical storm threats. The National Weather Service Office will also host an “Open House” to give area residents a chance to learn more about forecasts and warnings. In addition to learning about the various hazards, the public will be informed on how to monitor the tropics, track storms, receive warnings and take actions to protect life and property. The Red Cross and various Emergency Management agencies will be invited to participate in the event.

For more information about the “Hurricane Hunters” and the WC-130 aircraft, go to http://www.srh.noaa.gov/ffc/html/hrcnhunter09.shtml

The event will take place at Falcon Field Airport, adjacent to the forecast office on Falcon Drive.