Florida hurricane resources
This comprehensive directory connects Florida residents, business owners, and visitors with essential emergency preparedness and disaster recovery resources across six key operational areas: real-time shelter locations and pet planning tools; state traffic updates and evacuation road conditions; local and statewide emergency management agencies; public health protocols and special needs medical support; insurance claim assistance, business guidelines, and financial relief funds; and verified volunteer networks for community disaster relief.
Shelters & evacuation planning
Florida Shelter Information by County
Florida Shelters Currently Open & Driving Directions
Florida Summary Info for Currently open Shelters
Florida's Special Needs Sheltering Information
Traffic, roads & safety
Florida 511 - FDOT Traffic Updates and Road Closures from Around the State
Florida Highway Patrol Safety Center with Traffic Updates
Emergency operations & management
Florida Division of Emergency Management
Florida Division of Emergency Management – Recovery
Florida Division of Emergency Management Local Offices by County
Health & medical services
Florida Agency for Persons with Disabilities
Florida Department of Health – Emergency Preparedness and Response
Florida Health Departments by County
Insurance, business & financial relief
Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulations - Hurricane Guide
Florida Department of Financial Services
Florida Office of Insurance Regulation – Hurricane Service Resources
Community support & volunteering
American Red Cross of North and Central Florida
American Red Cross in South Florida
The contact information for resource groups in this publication is provided as a public service, but does not indicate endorsement by the Better Business Bureau, nor does it indicate that any particular nonprofit organization has met the BBB Wise Giving Standards for Charity Accountability unless otherwise specified. Charity reports may be viewed online at www.give.org.
Likewise, information in this publication is not intended as legal advice or financial advice. Please consult a reputable attorney, credentialed financial adviser, or qualified counselor for professional help with such matters.
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