While living in and visiting Florida o ers many benefits and advantages, it is important to keep in mind severe weather hazards and potential threats. Every family and business should have predefined emergency plans and always keep an emergency supply kit ready and stocked. Each Florida county has a designated emergency management program, and residents, businesses, and visitors should also visit their county’s emergency management for the most up-to-date and locally significant information.
Get Informed:
Know about the specific hazards that threaten your community (hurricanes, tornadoes, wildfires, etc.). It is also important to be familiar with your local emergency management o ice, as well as available local resources.
Know your zone, Know your home:
Before a storm impacts your community, it is important to know your evacuation zone and your home’s strength. Know if your home lies in an evacuation zone by visiting the Know Your Zone Map. Also know your home’s ability to withstand severe weather such as strong wind and heavy rain. This information will impact your decision to evacuate or shelter in place if local o icials issue evacuation orders for your area.
Build a disaster supply kit:
Your disaster supply kit should have supplies specific to your needs. Consider your personal needs and build an individualized disaster supply kit with items to last you at least 7 days. Find a complete disaster supply kit checklist below.
Keep a copy:
Make copies of IDs and important documents and store them in a safe place or in your Disaster Supply Kit.
Emergency Weather Alerts:
Be sure to sign up for emergency weather alerts in your area. To do this, visit the Alert Florida page. Emergency alerts save lives! Having multiple ways to receive updated information during an emergency will help keep you and your loved ones safe.
