How to Prepare for a Hurricane in South Florida

As any south Floridian knows, hurricane season is a fact of life. Each year, tropical storms and hurricanes threaten to cause damage to homes and property. 

While it is impossible to completely prevent damage from a hurricane, there are steps that homeowners can take to minimize the risk. 

Here are the most important steps to take to protect yourself, your family, and your property:

• Create an emergency kit. This should include enough food, water, and supplies to last for at least three days.
• Shelter in a safe location, whether that’s at home with impact windows or shutters or evacuating to a safer location. 
• Move all your outdoor furniture inside to avoid damages to your home or furniture. 
• Fill up your vehicle with gas incase of a last minute evacuation mandate. 

Whatever the plan is, it is important to practice it ahead of time so that everyone knows what to do in the event of a hurricane. By taking these precautions, homeowners can help to protect themselves and their property from the worst effects of a hurricane.

Track Hurricane Ian’s projected path here. 

For more information on shelters in Palm Beach Country visit: Palm Beach County’s Public Safety – Emergency Management Page.

For more information on shelters in Broward County visit: Broward County’s Hurricane Shelter Page.

If you’re over hurricane season and ready to move, click here to view our seller’s seminar to learn everything you need to know about the home selling process.