Hurricane Preparedness
Now is the Time to Prepare for a Hurricane!
Please use the information below and on the pages listed on this page to help you prepare for a possible hurricane.
Build a Kit
Prepare a Disaster Supply Kit
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)
- Hand sanitizer
- Disinfectant wipes
- 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, pets)
- Important documents (ID, certificates, insurance, medical records in waterproof container)
Be Informed
Stay in Touch with Us
The City of Fort Lauderdale offers numerous ways to stay informed before, during, and after a storm:
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.)
Resources