Before the Storm

• Hurricane Prep Timeline  Hurricane Prep Timeline (Spanish) -- what to do prior to storm approaching
• Sign up for CodeRED - free telephone notification system
• Sign up for NOTIFY ME - get free updates via emails or texts
• The American Red Cross offers a "Safe & Well" registry. Free, let family know you are safe.
• Is your phone Wireles Emergency Alerts (WEA) capable?
• Maintain Your Generator
• Broward Hurricane Preparedness Guide
• The Emergency Financial First Aid Kit (EFFAK), a joint publication from Operation Hope and FEMA’s Citizen Corps., will help you prepare financially and provide tips to reduce the impact disasters can leave you with financially.
• Get Tech Ready with these technology tips -- Technology has made it easier to prepare for emergencies, but it can be unreliable during emergency situations if you haven't planned to keep your gadgets protected and charged. 
• Download  Pet Owners-Emergency Preparedness Pet Kit List (PDF)  to find out exactly what items your pet needs to be ready.
• Items to consider for a basic emergency supply kit.
• Know Broward's Emergency Evacuation map.
• Florida Power & Light Storm Center
• BROWARD SHELTER LIST 2022

VIDEOS:

Pembroke Pines Public Services -- What you need to Know

What to Know Before Disaster Strikes

Hurricane Relief Volunteers Needed

Pembroke Pines Hurricane Tips

Vulnerable Residents - Be Prepared

Pembroke Pines Police Chief Shares Tips

Pembroke Pines - FEMA Insight

Hurricane Preparedness Tips from 2018 Hurricane Town Hall Meeting

QUICK TIPS:

Develop a family plan (including pets) for hurricane survival by holding a family meeting and discussing the hazards of hurricanes periodically throughout the year:  Pembroke Pines Prepared

• Protect your property --Obtain the necessary materials to protect your windows and doors- shutters are a must; Don’t forget to secure the garage door; Identify a safe room with no windows  Hurricane Preparedness
• Asses for any vulnerability --Check your roof and the structure of your house; Make necessary repairs
  • Inventory your possessions and videotape / photograph your valuables
• Trim trees and branches and remove coconuts and other yard debris (watch out for power lines) well before a storm is approaching. Thinking ahead, select the right tree for the right place to prevent damage and downed power lines.
• Protect your pool by adding extra chlorine to prevent contamination, and lower the water no more than two feet - completely draining or lowering the water too much may cause the pool to pop out of the ground
• Check your generator, carbon monoxide detector and fire extinguisher to make sure they work.
• Make arrangements to secure your vehicles, boat, or RV --Keep your vehicle insurance policy together with your homeowner’s policy
• Identify a friend or family member (outside of the area) that will keep information about how you are doing and where to contact you should you decide to evacuate
• Put together a hurricane survival kit complete with food, supplies and essentials.
• Review your insurance policies now to ensure you have adequate coverage, or identify the need for additional coverage
• Determine plans for your pets now --If sheltering, pre-registration may be required