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Mayor’s Message

A Hurricane Preparedness Message

from Mayor Dean Trantalis

he 2023 hurricane season is underway as of June 1. It is important to
make preparations now so you can avoid a potentially life-threatening
Tsituation later.
Forecasts for this year vary, but we should expect some activity. Since 1990, there
has been an average of roughly 14 tropical storms, seven hurricanes and three
major hurricanes each year.
Dean Trantalis In Fort Lauderdale, all of us should be ready. Three basic steps can help you get
MAYOR started – make a plan, build a kit and keep informed.
City of Fort Lauderdale
dtrantalis@fortlauderdale.gov 1) Develop an evacuation plan so you and your loved ones know what to do and
where to go before, during, and after a hurricane. Put together a communication
plan with a hand-written list of contacts and share it with family and friends.
2) Build an emergency kit with a three- to five-day supply
of food and water, as well as batteries, phone
charger, flashlight, medications and cash. You can
never have too much water. Plan for a minimum of
one gallon per person each day.
3) Know the risks of a hurricane – both rain and
wind – and be sure to follow weather forecasts
City Hall, 8th Floor and alerts. You can also stay informed and
100 N Andrews Ave
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311 receive emergency alerts from the City of
Fort Lauderdale by signing up at
fortlauderdale.gov/alertftl

You may also consider strengthening your
home with impact windows and doors,
documenting your possessions and
scheduling an insurance checkup.
The City of Fort Lauderdale’s Emergency
Preparedness Quick Tips Guide
(https://tinyurl.com/26ccszrv or
Office Contact www.fortlauderdale.gov/hurricane) can
Scott Wyman
Chief of Staff to the Mayor help you get ready.
swyman@fortlauderdale.gov
954.828.5314 And remember that being prepared
can saves lives and property when
disaster strikes.

Yours,
Dean Trantalis
Mayor
City of Fort Lauderdale

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