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Disaster Relief

Florida Hurricane Resources

Be ready before, safe during, and supported after the storm.

These resources centralize official links, maps, shelter info, and step‑by‑step guidance for Florida residents. In an emergency, always follow instructions from local authorities.

• NOAA / National Hurricane Center (advisories)

• FEMA (disaster info)

• DisasterAssistance.gov (apply for aid)

• Ready.gov (preparedness)

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Preparedness

Build your plan, assemble supplies, protect documents, and prepare your home.

Supply Kit Checklist

• Florida Disaster: Hurricane Supply Checklist (PDF & printable)
• Ready.gov: Make a Kit (federal guidance)

Family & Special Needs Plans

• Florida Disaster: Plan & Prepare (family, seniors, disabilities)
• Florida Dept. of Health: Hurricane Info (health, meds, water)

Protect Your Home & Records

• Ready.gov: Hurricanes (home prep, safety)
• FEMA Flood Maps (MSC) (know your risk)

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Evacuation

Find your zone, know your route, and leave early if officials issue an order.

Zones & Routes

• Know Your Zone (Florida Disaster) (interactive map)
• County Emergency Management Directory (local guidance)

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Shelters

Public shelters open based on need. Check status before you go and bring ID, essentials, and bedding.

Find a Shelter

• Statewide Shelter Status (when activated)
• Pet‑Friendly Shelter Guidance (what to bring)
• Special Needs Shelters (registration info)

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Recovery

Document damage, stay safe from hazards, and apply for assistance.

Safety & First Steps

• Returning Home Safely (power lines, flooding, mold)
• EPA: Mold Resources (cleanup & PPE)

Financial Assistance

• DisasterAssistance.gov
  (FEMA applications)
• FloridaCommerce: Recovery Programs (loans & grants)
• SBA Disaster Loans (home & business)

Insurance & Consumer Protection

• MyFloridaCFO: Storm Resources (claims & fraud)
• Florida OIR: Hurricane Info (insurer resources)

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Official Resources

State and federal links commonly referenced during Florida hurricane response.

Florida

• Florida Division of Emergency Management (alerts & planning)
• County EM Directory (local contacts)
• Florida Dept. of Health (health guidance)
• FDOT Emergency (roads)

Community & More

• American Red Cross (shelter & safety)
• 2‑1‑1 (local services)
• EPA: Mold (cleanup)
• NWS Hurricane Safety (forecasts)

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Hotlines & Help

State Assistance Information Line (SAIL)

Activated during emergencies

1‑800‑342‑3557

 

Insurance Help (MyFloridaCFO)

Storm claims & fraud tips

1‑877‑MY‑FL‑CFO

 

FEMA Helpline

Applications & case support

1‑800‑621‑FEMA

 

2‑1‑1

Local resources & referrals

Dial 211

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