Here you'll find useful stories and information about preparing for storm and hurricane season in Hillsborough County.
Hurricane & Storm Season in Hillsborough County
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Turn Around, Don't Drown
July 15, 2019
Driving a vehicle into a flooded area isn't just foolish and possibly illegal, it's potentially...
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Get Connected. Stay Alert. Sign up for Emergency Alerts
May 30, 2019
HCFL Alert is Hillsborough County’s official mass notification system. HCFL Alert is designed...
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Tax-Free Week Saves Money on Hurricane Supplies
May 20, 2019
From Friday, May 31 to Thursday, June 6 you can buy select disaster preparedness items...
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Pack Your Evacuation Kit
September 6, 2017
If emergency management directors call for an evacuation of your neighborhood, what do you...
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Are you Ready?
May 21, 2019
With tropical weather swirling in the Atlantic Ocean and Gulf of Mexico, it’s time to review...
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Evacuation Zones vs. Flood Zones
May 30, 2019
Though they are often mistaken for each other, Flood Zones and Evacuation Zones are two very...
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It's Never Too Early to Plan for Flooding
October 24, 2017
Flooding is the most costly and repetitive natural disaster affecting Hillsborough County. While...
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Spare the Shovel. Sandbag Machines Make Fast Work of Tough Job
June 13, 2019
Free sandbags are a popular deterrent when floodwaters threaten, and Hillsborough County now has...
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Help Your Business Weather the Storm
September 18, 2017
Roughly 40 percent of small businesses never reopen their doors following a disaster. But you...
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Portable Generators: Don'ts and Do's
May 13, 2019
When a hurricane or tropical storm cuts off electricity in your neighborhood, a portable generator...
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Be Your Pet’s Best Friend: Have a Disaster Plan
January 16, 2018
Taking precautions for your pets in the event of a disaster doesn't have to be difficult. It can be...
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People with Disabilities Face Challenges in Emergencies
September 6, 2017
Preparing for emergencies, coping with them, and recovering afterward are difficult for...
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Severe Weather Preparedness Tips
July 13, 2018
Tips to remember when experiencing severe weather:
Lightning
If you hear thunder, go indoors
...
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Trees in Tropical Winds - Foes or Friends?
May 21, 2019
Some trees that provide shade on hot days, help clean the air, and enhance the curb appeal of...
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Taking Emergency Response to the Next Level
May 21, 2019
Hillsborough County unveiled the latest in emergency management technology and capabilities during...
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August: How to Weather the Storm Month
July 31, 2017
Summer is rainy season in Hillsborough County, with August, on average, being the wettest month of...
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Pet-Friendly Shelters: True or False
April 15, 2019
When a disaster hits - whether natural or manmade - you should already have a plan in place for...
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Hurricane Preparedness for Mobile Homes
August 28, 2019
Families in mobile homes face the largest risk of damage and injury during a hurricane. Whether...
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Throw these 8 Hurricane Myths to the Wind
May 8, 2019
Hurricane season spawns lots of myths and disinformation. Here are eight of them:
Myth: Placing...