Hurricane season in Florida happens each year. All Sarasota County residents should be informed and prepared about hurricanes and hurricane preparation. Knowing where to find important information and staying alert is a critical step in being prepared and being safe. Sometime it is difficult to find information, especially when time is running short. That is…
Hurricane season in Florida happens each year. As a result, it is important for Collier County residents to be informed and prepared about hurricanes and hurricane preparation. An important part of being prepared is knowing where to find important information and staying alert. We compiled this resources list so all the resources you need as…
Sarasota County has several Emergency Shelters for their residents. They include both general population shelters as well as pet-friendly and medical facilities. This blog explores the different emergency shelter locations and types in Sarasota County, Florida. Table of Contents: Hurricane Shelter Designations Sarasota county has three categories of shelters: Some of the shelters may serve…
The Florida hurricane season occurs from June to November. Hurricanes have the potential to cause a lot of damage. And one of the largest contributors to this is storm surge and flooding. Storm surge can happen during a hurricane. They can cause extreme flooding in coastal cities as well as further inland. Because of this…
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…
The Sarasota County hurricane evacuation map is something every Sarasota area resident should know about. The map is a proactive step against natural disasters, allowing residents to prepare properly in the event of an evacuation. The evacuation map is a detailed navigational tool that provides vital information about evacuation routes, emergency shelters, and evacuation zones.…
In everyday life, individuals with disabilities face unique difficulties. This, of course can make it more challenging to react during natural disasters like hurricanes. Hurricane evacuation plans should be in place for everyone, including persons with disabilities. However, those with functional needs may need extra assistance in getting somewhere safe and secure. In this article,…
Hurricane season brings out the worst of Mother Nature, causing potential damage to homes, people, and pets. In Florida especially, hurricane preparedness and preparation is a way of life. But while many of us prepare our homes and family, many are less prepared when it comes to their dogs and cats. In 2022, Hurricane Ian…
During hurricane season in Lee County Florida being prepared is not just important. It is absolutely critical. If and when a storm approaches you want to be prepared. Specifically it is important to have a hurricane preparation plan in place. Such a plan covers things like how to prepare your home before the storm, knowing…
Windows are one of the most vulnerable parts of your home during a hurricane, tropical storm, or other bad storm. Traditional glass surfaces are prone to being broken by wind-borne objects. And after the 2022 hurricane season here in Southwest FL protecting your home and family is more important than ever. So the question becomes,…