Guides: Hurricane Preparedness: Hurricane Preparedness

Local Resources

FloridaDisaster.org
Get tips and ideas on how to strengthen your home through a few upgrades. This resource also includes important information on evacuation routes and shelters.
NOAA Extreme Weather Information Sheet for East Central Florida
The NOAA Extreme Weather Information Sheet lists important phone number and websites to be aware of in case of a storm. Print out a copy in advance of the storm so you don't have to worry about finding the numbers if the power goes out.
Orange County Emergency & Safety
Know your local information with Orange County's Emergency & Safety Web page. Review local information on Disaster Preparedness, and register for Emergency Medical Services if you are disabled or have special needs.
OUC Special Needs Registry
Persons with disabilities, medical or mobility problems need to make sure they are registered with the Special Needs Program. Your county's Special Needs Program provides transportation assistance and special medical shelters during disaster situations. To sign up or to learn more, Orlando and Orange County residents should contact the Orange County Special Needs Program at 407.836.919. (You may dial this number before a storm. If during a storm - please dial 311.)

Power Companies

Duke Energy - Storms and Outages
Visit Duke Energy to report an outage, view an outage map, or request a streetlight repair. Also, check out their storm-related news and the storm safety tips to learn how storms can affect your service, and how to stay safe before, during and after bad weather.
Florida Power and Light
Visit the FPL website to report an outage or to check the status of outages in your area. Take the time to check out their preparation and safety tips.
Orlando Utilities Commission
Check out OUC's Storm and Safety webpage to help you understand what to do before a storm hits, how to stay safe during a storm, and what potential hazards may lie in the wake of a storm.

Resources For Those Affected By A Hurricane

The American Red Cross Disaster Relief and Recovery
The American Red Cross Disaster Relief and Recovery webpage has practical safety information as well as advice on recovering financially and emotionally from a hurricane.
Florida Small Business Emergency Bridge Loan Program
This interest-free loan program is available to small business owners and citrus businesses throughout Florida that experience physical and/or economic damage in the event of a major storm.

News Coverage

NOAA National Hurricane Center
The National Hurricane Center is your source for the watches, warnings, forecasts, and analyses of hazardous tropical weather. The NHC is part of the National Weather Service and provides valuable information about all oceanic and weather disasters.
Central Florida News 13
The Atlantic Hurricane Season is officially from June 1 - November 30. News 13 has all the hurricane information you need to stay safe in the storm.
WESH Orlando's Channel 2
Florida Hurricane News & Orlando Hurricane Season Information. WESH is Orlando's local provider for weather news.

Websites

American Red Cross: Hurricane Preparedness
Be aware that the Red Cross provides hurricane information and helps prepare communities for emergencies. You can apply for assistance or volunteer to help.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Look into topics such as Hurricane Cleanup. This website lists hazards that you might need to prepare for, such as Carbon Monoxide safety, electrical hazards, and food and water safety. This website can be read in several languages.
Disaster Preparedness
Take a look at the Disaster Preparedness page, provided by the Department of Financial Services - Division of Consumer Services, that covers the aftermath of a hurricane. There you will find important information that every property owner should know.
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
FEMA is tasked with disaster mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery planning.
Orlando Sentinel Hurricane Survival Guide
Get local information from the Orlando Sentinel. Get updates during the storm and look over preparedness tips you might not have thought about.
Pet Safety
Ensure that your pet is safe during a hurricane with these tips from the Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando.

Mobile Applications

FEMA Moble App

The FEMA app provides you with tools and tips to keep you safe before, during and after disasters. Tools include weather alerts, emergency kit list, a family emergency planing tool, shelter information, and the ability to apply for federal disaster assistance.

iTunes | Google Play | Website

First Aid by American Red Cross

The official American Red Cross First Aid app puts expert advice for everyday emergencies in your hand. Available for iPhone and Android devices, the official American Red Cross First Aid app gives you instant access to the information you need to know to handle the most common first aid emergencies. Preloaded content means you have instant access to all safety information at anytime, even without reception or an Internet connection.

iTunes | Google Play | Website

OCFL Alert

Receive disaster information straight from Orange County Florida Government, including severe weather updates, road closures, and AMBER Alerts. During hurricane season, this application includes information on shelters, water distribution points, and emergency numbers.

iTunes | Google Play | Website

Numbers to Know

Remember: If it is a life-threatening emergency (Police/Fire/Medical), always dial 9-1-1.

Emergencies: 9-1-1

Non-emergencies: 311

Don't know where to turn to report a pothole or get help finding your lost pet? When you call 311, you will:

Talk to a human operator
Receive information or immediate service, or...
Be put in touch with just the right department or agency

Fire 321.235.5200

Police 321.235.5300

Citizen Information Line: 407.246.HELP (4357) For use during and after a storm to answer your non-emergency questions and concerns. If you need emergency assistance, please call 9-1-1.

Emergency Management 321.235.5437

The Office of Emergency Management provides an online emergency information source including information on terrorism, hurricanes, situation reports and wildfires. On the radio, tune into 1650AM (WQDC) for emergency information. During emergencies, such as hurricanes, call the City’s Emergency Information Center at 407.246.4268 for up-to-date information about the current emergency.

Hurricane Preparedness

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