The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Climate Prediction Center will release its initial seasonal outlook for the 2010 Atlantic hurricane season during a press conference in Miami. NOAA Administrator Dr. Jane Lubchenco will discuss the outlook with FEMA Deputy Administrator Rich Serino highlighting the critical need for storm preparedness. They will be joined by a diverse group of NOAA hurricane experts available for questions and interviews.

What: Press conference announcing NOAA’s 2010 Atlantic hurricane season outlook

When: Thursday, May 27, 10am ET

Where: National Press Club–13th Floor; Murrow Room
529 14th St. NW
Washington, D.C. 20045

Media may also participate via conference call. To obtain the number and passcode please e-mail Susan Buchanan.

Who:

• Dr. Jane Lubchenco, under secretary of commerce for oceans and atmosphere and NOAA administrator
• Craig Fugate, administrator, Federal Emergency Management Agency