Hurricane season in Florida is in full-swing. And residents of Lee County should be prepared at all times. Part of being prepared is knowing where to find the information you need and staying alert. That is why we compiled this resources guide – so you have all the resources you need (and an easy way to find it) in one place. Below you will find helpful information and links pertaining to Lee County to help you stay informed and be be prepared for hurricane season.
How to Stay Informed
Lee County communicates to residents by several channels making it easier to stay informed no matter how you get your news/alerts. In addition, you can and should sign up and monitor alerts and updates by national organizations as well. Below is a list of ways you can stay updated with both the Lee County government and national weather services.
Lee County Alerts and Updates
- AlertLee – AlertLee is Lee County’s new Emergency Notification System. The tool will now be used by Lee County officials to communicate critical information quickly for hurricanes and other emergencies. Alerts can be sent to you via one or more methods, including to your cell phone (call or text), email, and social media. If you are a Lee County resident you can sign up by visiting the official site and clicking on the “Sign Up” button.
- Lee County on Social Media – if you are on social media you can follow and stay up to date with the county on your preferred platforms. Below you can find all of the social media accounts to follow:
- X (Formerly Twitter)
- @LeeEOC
- @LeeCountyFLBoCC
- Instagram
- @leepublicsafety
- YouTube
- YouTube.com/c/LeeCountyFLBOCC
- X (Formerly Twitter)
National & Local Alerts and Updates
- National Weather Service (NOAA) Alerts – https://www.weather.gov/
- WGCU National Public Radio – tune into 90.1 FM
Lee County Hurricane Season Preparation Resources and Helpful Guides
Below are a variety of informational guides and resources to help you prepare for hurricane season.
- LeePrepares App – download the LeePrepares App to find preparation tools and guides, shelter information, FAQs, and resources for after a hurricane impacts you.
- Lee County Emergency Prep (All Hazards Guide 2024) – Lee County’s All Hazards Guide is a helpful tool to help you find all of the resources and information you need before, during and after a storm. It is useful for hurricane season, but also includes other emergencies, such as tornadoes and thunderstorms, etc.
- Hurricane Preparation: How to Prepare for a Hurricane in Southwest Florida – We put this in-depth guide together as a resource for families to prepare for hurricane season.
- Hurricane Watch vs Warning: Whats the Difference & Why It Matters in FL – This guide explains the difference between a watch and a warning, and informs you how to respond to each one. This is a common question we get, and this guide provides simple, clear information that answers the question.
- Storm Preparation: When to Put Up Hurricane Shutters – this guide helps explain when you should deploy your hurricane shutters or install your panels or boards on your windows and doors. This is another common question we get, and this guide provides simple, clear information that answers the question.
- Find Your Lee County Hurricane Shelters – a full list of Lee County Emergency Shelters with address and information so you know what your shelter options are.
- Hurricane Prep for Pet Owners: Prepping our Furry Friends – a helpful preparation guide specifically for those with pets, including shelters that allow pets and pet friendly lodging if you are evacuating.
- Disability Emergency Preparedness: Inclusive Prep for Hurricanes – a helpful preparation guide specifically for those persons with disabilities or for those who care for them.
Prepare Your Lee County Home with Adequate Hurricane Protection
Preparing your family and yourself before a hurricane hits is critically important. But protecting your property is also critical. It is important to have hurricane protection for your home to reduce the severity of hurricane damage and reduce the cost of repairs. There are many options when it comes to hurricane protection. Common systems include impact windows, impact doors, and hurricane shutters.
If you would like to learn about protecting your home check out our helpful blog articles. If you need window protection for your home, including impact windows & doors, or hurricane shutters in Fort Myers, Cape Coral and Southwest Florida then we would love to help.
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