Hurricane
season in South Florida runs from June 1 to November
30.
As residents of South Florida, we are never far from the possible dangers associated with hurricanes. The most important step everyone can take to survive a hurricane is to prepare. If you have not completed your hurricane preparations, the time to do so is now.
Have enough emergency supplies to last for at least three days (72 hours). At a minimum, be sure to include:
Water (at least one gallon per person per day)
Non-perishable, ready-to-eat food (manual can opener)
Disposable plates and utensils
Battery-powered flashlight
Battery-powered radio
Extra batteries
First aid kit
Cash
Prescription medication (two-week supply)
Eye glasses or contact lenses
Toilet paper, soap, wipes, personal hygiene items
Large plastic garbage bags
Change of clothes, gloves, sturdy shoes, rain gear
Blankets and pillows
Keys (home, vehicle, boat)
Tools (including rope, duct tape, tarp)
Unscented bleach
Supplies for those with special needs (infants, children, seniors and pets)
Important documents (driver’s license, birth certificate, insurance papers, medical records, etc. in a waterproof container)
Emergency Preparedness for Residents Slide Presentation
You can download and view the Emergency Preparedness for Residents slide presentation prepared by the Fort Lauderdale Fire-Rescue Department and Domestic Preparedness and Emergency Management Bureau. (Please note that this is a LARGE file and will take some time to download.)
(31MB) 
