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Hurricane Milton to Bring Damaging Winds, Life-Threatening Storm Surge, and Heavy Rainfall to Florida

Milton has intensified into a major hurricane and is expected to make landfall along the West Coast of the Florida Peninsula early Thursday morning. Hurricane, Tropical Storm and Storm Surge warnings have been issued. Heavy rainfall from Milton will result in widespread flash flooding Wednesday across central Florida, with life-threatening and catastrophic flooding probable. Read More >

September is National Preparedness Month!

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National Preparedness Month Runs from September 1st-30th

Hazards come in many forms and shapes, from weather-related issues to power-related issues and beyond. September is National Preparedness Month, and each week will host a different theme. Check this page throughout the month to learn more about what you can do to be prepared in case an emergency occurs! The tabs below will either take you to locally developed safety pages (if available), or to FEMA's preparedness pages.

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Here's a break-down of each week's focus: