Hurricane preparedness time is now in event of a major storm 
    
    
      
        
      
      
        
      
      
        Monday, July 8, 2019
      
    
    
   
  
		
		
		
   
		
  In preparation for the hurricane season. It is important to stay alert and informed of any severe weather possibilities and be prepared long before and immediately preceding a storm.
The Miami-Dade 2019 Official Hurricane Readiness Guide can be found at www.miamidade.gov/hurricane/library/guide-to-hurricane-readiness.pdf. The guide provides tips on what to do before a storm and after a storm and provides a useful Disaster Checklist.
Residents who require evacuation assistance should register for the Emergency & Evacuation Assistance Program (EEAP) now to ensure help will be given following an evacuation order. Assistance may also be provided after an emergency. Pre-registered residents in the EEAP will receive priority.
Visit the Evacuation Assistance webpage found at www.miamidade.gov/hurricane, or cal 3-1-1 to receive an application and learn more about the program.
Residents should also sign up for emergency alerts at www.miamilakes-fl.gov/alertmiamilakes.