- January 15, 2025
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by: Jaffy Lee, MBA
PIO/Preparedness Planner, Florida Department of Health-Flagler
The Florida Department of Health in Flagler County (DOH-Flagler) urges residents to prepare for the rapidly approaching hurricane season, especially with the passing of National Hurricane Preparedness Week: May 1 to May 7, 2022.
“Every year, hurricane season is anticipated to start earlier, and you can never be too prepared,” said Robert Snyder, DOH-Flagler Health Officer, “Flagler County was fortunate last year, but if we think about how Irma and Matthew impacted us, Flagler residents shouldn’t take storm preparation for granted.”
The Florida Department of Health in Flagler County advises starting early to update emergency plans, restock hurricane supplies, and confirm registration for special needs shelter accommodation. The following tips are suggested as a “Plan of Action” for the 2022 hurricane season:
Everyone living in Florida should have an emergency preparedness kit that meets their specific needs. Items to include, replenish and replace are:
For more information about hurricane preparation, visit Flagler County Emergency Management’s website.
If you, a friend, or a family member have a disability or a special need such as a medical condition, please pre-register with Flagler County Emergency Operations. The registration list is updated each year so that those who require electricity, refrigeration for medication, or oxygen can be assisted quickly during an emergency. For more information, visit www.flaglercounty.org/emergency or call 386-313-4970.
The Florida Department of Health’s website also has valuable information to help you plan for emergencies: http://www.floridahealth.gov/programs-and-services/emergency-preparedness-and-response/index.html.
