I doubt that loss of life and property in hurricanes or other disasters can ever be completely eliminated, losses could however be much reduced in a number of ways.

In areas prone to flooding, require that all new construction be of at least two floors.
In areas of extreme risk prohibit new construction entirely, unless it can be shown that the structure is flood proof. Require that all new construction in relevant areas be hurricane proof.

And whilst hurricanes are the present concern, let us not overlook other disasters.
In areas prone to wild fire, all new construction to be fire resistant.Tighten up building codes for earthquake resistance.

In areas were cold weather is a danger, require that all new homes have an off grid means of cooking and heating part of the home, such as a stove or fireplace.

There is a lot that national and local government can do to prohibit building that is unsuited to the risks of the area, whether the risks be fire, flood, cold, or other.

However individuals also need to do more in the way of personal preps. Look at the crowds, some of them panicking, seeking to buy water at the least minute. It would be more sensible to always keep a stock of water, food, fuel, batteries and so on, rather than to panic buy at the least minute.
If you choose to live in a low lying area, buy a boat.
If you choose to live in an area of high fire risk, make your home as fire resistant as possible.