Hurricane Season Starts June 1st
Hurricane season begins on June 1st and it is essential that you and your family have a plan in place before the start of the season. The best way to keep your family safe this hurricane season is to be prepared.
Take the time now, before the first storm hits, to assemble an Emergency Plan, an Emergency Supply Kit, and Secure Your Home. Also, prepare for safety after the storm.
Taking early precautions, as well as having an evacuation plan in place, is of paramount importance to minimize damage during a natural disaster. Below you can find links to both Federal and local websites that provide useful information to help protect your home, family and pets before, during and after a storm.
To find a wealth of resources on hurricane season, including how you can help in your neighborhood, please scroll down to the More Disaster Resources section.
Hurricane Season 2009
For the most current hurricane status updates, please visit the Florida Division of Emergency Management for statewide coverage or refer to the table below for local coverage. If you need assistance, please contact the Emergency Management Services and/or the American Red Cross for your respective county. You can find the number in table below:
County Level Emergency Management |
EMS Number |
American Red Cross |
(305) 468-5400 |
(305) 644-1200 |
|
(954) 831-3900 |
(954) 763-9900 |
More Disaster Resources
- The Florida Emergency Information Line (FEIL) is a toll-free hotline activated by the Department of Community Affairs / Division of Emergency Management at the time of an emergency to provide an additional resource for those in Florida to receive accurate and up-to-date information regarding an emergency or disaster situation impacting the State of Florida. The FEIL hotline is: 1-800-342-3557.
- The Florida Division of Emergency Management operates a website with user-defined recommendations for hurricane protection, along with emergency contacts and evacuation routes.
- The National Hurricane Center, operated by the National Weather Service, can help you track the path of a storm with the latest news and newest technology. Their website also has information about how your family can prepare for a storm.
- The American Red Cross has comprehensive information, in English and Spanish, to help you prepare for a storm and clean up in its aftermath.
- Americans are always willing to jump in and help their neighbors when a storm hits. For information on how you can help, please click here.
Hurricane Preparedness Information
- FEMA Hurricane Preparedness Website
- National Weather Service Hurricane Awareness
- National Hurricane Center
- National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Coastal Services Center
- Glossary of National Hurricane Center Terms
Federal and State Resources
- Florida Division of Emergency Management
- Broward County Chapter of the Red Cross
- Miami-Dade County Chapter of the Red Cross
- Small Business Administration Disaster Preparedness Guide
- Federal Disaster Unemployment Assistance
Local Emergency Management Offices
Storm Tracking
FEMA
Preparation before and assistance after a disaster can be found at:
FEMA Help After a Disaster Guide (English/Spanish/Korean)
FEMA Appeals: If you are not satisfied with a FEMA settlement, you can file an appeal to have your case reviewed. Appeals must be in writing and must explain why your settlement amount is not correct. Any documentation you have, such as estimates and receipts, should also be submitted. Be sure to include your FEMA registration number and disaster number with your appeal. Mail your appeal to:
FEMA Individuals & Households Program
National Processing Service Center
P.O. Box 10055
Hyattsville, MD 20782-7055
Or fax to 800.827.8112
Applicants can call FEMA at their general hotline number, 800.621.FEMA (TTY 800.462.7585), Monday through Friday from 8am to 6pm, for more information.
