Storm proofing your home in preparation for hurricane season Experts say itâs better to make some adjustments now and not when weâre staring at something in the gulf. By Andrea Robinson | May 14, 2021 at 9:40 PM CDT - Updated May 14 at 9:40 PM LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - While hurricane season doesnât officially start until June, now is the time to get things ready for the months ahead. Experts say itâs better to make some adjustments now and not when weâre staring at something in the gulf. Thereâs no need to board up or start tying things down right now, but there are some easy things you can do around the house to get ready for hurricane season.