This week, we urged Floridians to be ready to weather any major storm in recognition of National Preparedness Month. September is also traditionally the most active time of the hurricane season, with the peak day being on September 10.
Disasters can occur without much warning. With Hurricane Francine making landfall in Louisiana this week, Tropical Storm Gordon forming in the Atlantic and other tropical disturbances being tracked, it is crucial for Floridians to be ready. National Preparedness Month is a good time to assess your emergency plans, update disaster kits and remain alert.
Our 2024 Hurricane Preparedness Guide provides plenty of tips on storm preparations and a supply checklist. Some of the tips include:
- Create an Emergency Plan: Develop a family communication plan and decide on a safe meeting place. Ensure everyone knows what to do in case of an emergency;
- Stay Informed: Monitor local news and weather updates. Follow the Florida Division of Emergency Management’s X account @FLSERT for live updates on weather emergencies;
- Prepare Homes and Businesses: Secure outdoor items, review insurance policies and consider the installation of storm shutters or impact-resistant windows; and
- Understand Evacuation Routes: Be familiar with local evacuation routes and shelters, and have local emergency numbers handy.
By being prepared for a possible storm strike, you can protect your family and home and help us build a Stronger, Safer Florida.
In The News
Attorney General Moody urges Floridians to prepare for storms during National Preparedness Month, Legal Newsline
AG Moody joins FDLE, Tampa and Clearwater police to announce arrests in major drug bust operation, Florida’s Voice
25 arrested in joint fentanyl operations in Tampa and Clearwater, News Channel 8 Tampa
Enough fentanyl to kill almost 60k Floridians seized during joint SAFE operation: Officials, FOX 13 Tampa Bay
Florida joins call for Surgeon General warning on social media risks, The Capitolist
Moody joins 41 attorneys general urging lawmakers to require warnings on algorithm-driven social media platforms, Florida’s Voice
Protecting Floridians
Attorney General Moody Calls on Congress to Protect Youth by Requiring Surgeon General Warning on Social Media Platforms
Attorney General Ashley Moody and 41 other attorneys general are calling on congressional leaders to pass legislation requiring a U.S. Surgeon General warning on all algorithm-driven social media platforms.
Read MoreFDLE Arrests 12 This Summer for Sex Crimes Against Children
The Florida Department of Law Enforcement arrested 12 suspects from Memorial Day to Labor Day for various child sexual abuse crimes.
Read MoreEvents
Attorney General Moody detailing a multi-agency takedown of a drug operation in the Tampa Bay area that resulted in 25 arrests of individuals responsible for distributing enough fentanyl to kill tens of thousands of Floridians.
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