disaster supply kit checklist

Hurricanes are dangerous and can cause major damage from storm surge, wind damage, rip currents and flooding. Ready.Gov has great resources and information to hep you better prepare for hurricanes such as evacuation plans and more.

The State Assistance Information Line (SAIL) is a toll-free hotline activated at the time of an emergency to provide an additional resource for those in Florida to receive accurate and up-to-date information regarding an emergency or disaster situation impacting the State of Florida. FloridaDisaster.Org has more information on how this hotline ca be useful to you.

If you are needing to evacuate from your home because you and your loved ones are at risk, FloridaDisaster.Org has a Shelter Information Index to help you find a shelter in your county.

It is important for every Floridian, especially citizens with disabilities to plan ahead for an emergency situation and know what to do in the event of an emergency. FloridaDisaster.Org has more links and resources to help you plan ahead.

Residents and visitors should keep their gas tanks at least half full to ensure they have enough fuel to evacuate as soon as possible without worrying about long lines at gas stations and to avoid gas shortages prior to a storm. FloridaDisaster.Or provides you a Vehicle Emergency Supply Kit List as well as additional links with resources.

Before a hurricane or tropical storm gets named, consider purchasing insurance for your property. If a disaster strikes, having insurance for your home is the best way to ensure you will have the necessary financial resources to help you repair, rebuild, or replace whatever is damaged. Not all insurance policies are the same. It's better to get a policy before it's too late. Call us today to find a policy that best suits you.