Disaster Transportation

Not a Physical Location

5622 Miles—Get Directions

Description: When an evacuation is ordered, if buses are in service already, Broward County Transit (BCT) winds down service gradually. If the evacuation order is given before service begins, no buses are put out on the street.

Description: When an evacuation is ordered, if buses are in service already, Broward County Transit (BCT) winds down service gradually. If the evacuation order is given before service begins, no buses are put out on the street.

ESF8 - Emergency Support Functions

Southwest 31st Avenue Location

5301 Southwest 31st Avenue, Broward County HS Medical Exam, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33312

13 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 357-5200

Contact Hours: Mon - Fri, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Website

 http://www.broward.org/MedicalExaminer/Pages/Default.aspx

Description: Coordinates dialysis service, oxygen for the oxygen-dependent, emergency medications, etc. Operates from EOC during disasters.

Description: Coordinates dialysis service, oxygen for the oxygen-dependent, emergency medications, etc. Operates from EOC during disasters.

Emergency Alert Program

Not a Physical Location

Not a Physical Location, Lake Butler, FL, 32054

291 Miles—Get Directions

(386) 496-4300

Contact Hours: Mon - Fri, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Website

 http://member.everbridge.net/453003085614879/login

Description: Provides information about severe weather, critical law enforcement activity, missing persons, and evacuations of buildings or neighborhoods via email or text.

Description: Provides information about severe weather, critical law enforcement activity, missing persons, and evacuations of buildings or neighborhoods via email or text.

Emergency Prevention Outreach

North State Road 7 Location - Suite 102

4800 North State Road 7, Suite 102, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33319

9 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 722-6400

Contact Hours: Mon - Fri, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Website

 http://www.cilbroward.org

Description: SN ONLY - Provides an Emergency Prevention and Readiness Outreach Program that includes: coordinating services for individuals with disabilities before and after the storm, preparing home for the hurricane, and more.

Description: SN ONLY - Provides an Emergency Prevention and Readiness Outreach Program that includes: coordinating services for individuals with disabilities before and after the storm, preparing home for the hurricane, and more.

Evacuation Assistance for Floridians in Haiti

Not a Physical Location

Not a Physical Location, Tallahassee, FL, 32399

377 Miles—Get Directions

(850) 815-4000

Website

 http://www.floridadisaster.org/Haiti

Description: Provides an online form to request evacuation from Haiti.

Description: Provides an online form to request evacuation from Haiti.

Evacuation Zones and Routes

Not a Physical Location

Gainesville, FL, 32601

267 Miles—Get Directions

Website

 http://www.floridadisaster.org/planprepare/disaster-preparedness-maps/

Description: Provides a website for individuals to locate evacuation zones and routes.

Description: Provides a website for individuals to locate evacuation zones and routes.

FEMA - Lodging Assistance Services

Not a Physical Location

Not a Physical Location, FL

5622 Miles—Get Directions

(800) 621-3362

Contact Hours: 24/7 (To apply for assistance by phone call 1-800-621-3362 or 1-800-462-7585 (TTY users)

Description: Provides lodging reimbursement for pre-qualified individuals from designated disaster areas.

Description: Provides lodging reimbursement for pre-qualified individuals from designated disaster areas.

Federal Emergency Management Agency

Not a Physical Location

Not a Physical Location, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33331

9 Miles—Get Directions

(800) 621-3362

Contact Hours: Mon - Fri, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Website

 http://www.disasterassistance.gov

Description: Provides state and local governments with experts in specialized fields and funding for rebuilding efforts and relief funds.

Description: Provides state and local governments with experts in specialized fields and funding for rebuilding efforts and relief funds.

Federal Housing Finance Agency

Not a Physical Location

5622 Miles—Get Directions

(888) 995-4673

Website

 http://www.fhfa.gov/Homeownersbuyer/MortgageAssistance/Pages/Disaster-Assistance.aspx

Description: Provides mortgage assistance to homeowners affected by natural disasters. Those who are eligible will be delayed in making their monthly mortgage payments for some time.

Description: Provides mortgage assistance to homeowners affected by natural disasters. Those who are eligible will be delayed in making their monthly mortgage payments for some time.

Federal Reemployment Assistance

Not a Physical Location

5622 Miles—Get Directions

(800) 385-3920

Contact Hours: Mon - Fri, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Website

 http://www.floridajobs.org

Description: Provides unemployment benefits to eligible workers who are unemployed through no fault of their own.

Description: Provides unemployment benefits to eligible workers who are unemployed through no fault of their own.

Florida Recovers - Temporary Sheltering Assistance

Not a Physical Location

Not a Physical Location, Tallahassee, FL, 32399

377 Miles—Get Directions

(877) 771-6667

Contact Hours: 7 days a week, 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Website

 https://onecase.floridarecovers.org/join

Description: Provides temporary shelter assistance due to damage to an individual's home by Hurricane Idalia. Sheltering options include travel trailers and hotel rooms.

Description: Provides temporary shelter assistance due to damage to an individual's home by Hurricane Idalia. Sheltering options include travel trailers and hotel rooms.

Florida Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding Assistance

Not a Physical Location

Not a Physical Location, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33331

9 Miles—Get Directions

(800) 621-3362

Contact Hours: 7 days a week, 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM.

Website

 http://www.fema.gov/disaster/4734

Description: Provides information on how to apply for federal assistance for areas impacted by severe weather and flooding.

Description: Provides information on how to apply for federal assistance for areas impacted by severe weather and flooding.

Hurricane Hotline

Not a Physical Location

Not a Physical Location, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33310

15 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 831-4000

Contact Hours: Mon - Fri, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Website

 http://www.broward.org/hurricane

Description: Provides hurricane status and helpful information before, during, and after a tropical storm or hurricane.

Description: Provides hurricane status and helpful information before, during, and after a tropical storm or hurricane.

Hurricane Prep - Special Needs Shelter/Trans

Not a Physical Location

Not a Physical Location, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33310

15 Miles—Get Directions

Website

 http://www.broward.org/Emergency

Description: If you are dependent on electricity for your medical needs, or have a medical condition that cannot be supported at a General Population shelter, we recommend you pre-register for the BC Special Needs Emergency Sheltering & Transportation

Description: If you are dependent on electricity for your medical needs, or have a medical condition that cannot be supported at a General Population shelter, we recommend you pre-register for the BC Special Needs Emergency Sheltering & Transportation

Hurricane Prep.- Large Animal Registry

Not a Physical Location

Not a Physical Location, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33310

15 Miles—Get Directions

Website

 http://www.broward.org/Emergency

Description: The time to take steps to protect your horses, livestock and other large animals is well in advance of an approaching storm. Register any large animals you own with the Broward County Large Animal Disaster Planning Committee Registry.

Description: The time to take steps to protect your horses, livestock and other large animals is well in advance of an approaching storm. Register any large animals you own with the Broward County Large Animal Disaster Planning Committee Registry.

Hurricane Preparation - Broward County Pet Shelter

Not a Physical Location

Not a Physical Location, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33310

15 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 831-4000

Website

 http://www.broward.org/Emergency

Description: Shelter is available on a frst-come, frst-served basis. Pets and owners will be housed in different buildings at adjacent facilities.

Description: Shelter is available on a frst-come, frst-served basis. Pets and owners will be housed in different buildings at adjacent facilities.

Hurricane Preparation - Disabilities

Not a Physical Location

Not a Physical Location, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33310

15 Miles—Get Directions

Website

 http://www.broward.org/Emergency

Description: It is especially important for residents with disabilities to be prepared before an emergency occurs. CLICK ON FULL DESCRIPTION FOR DETAILS

Description: It is especially important for residents with disabilities to be prepared before an emergency occurs. CLICK ON FULL DESCRIPTION FOR DETAILS

Hurricane Preparation - Elderly

Not a Physical Location

5622 Miles—Get Directions

Description: Elderly residents are especially vulnerable in an emergency. In addition to routine preparedness preparations, elderly residents should take extra steps to ensure their safety and well-being. CLICK ON FULL DESCRIPTION FOR DETAILS

Description: Elderly residents are especially vulnerable in an emergency. In addition to routine preparedness preparations, elderly residents should take extra steps to ensure their safety and well-being. CLICK ON FULL DESCRIPTION FOR DETAILS

Hurricane Preparation - Transportation to Shelters

Not a Physical Location

Not a Physical Location, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33310

15 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 831-3902

Website

 http://www.broward.org/Emergency

Description: Elderly residents are especially vulnerable in an emergency. In addition to routine preparedness preparations, elderly residents should take extra steps to ensure their safety and well-being. CLICK ON FULL DESCRIPTION FOR DETAILS

Description: Elderly residents are especially vulnerable in an emergency. In addition to routine preparedness preparations, elderly residents should take extra steps to ensure their safety and well-being. CLICK ON FULL DESCRIPTION FOR DETAILS

Hurricane Preparation - Vulnerable Population Registry

Not a Physical Location

Not a Physical Location, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33310

15 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 831-4000

Website

 http://www.broward.org/Emergency

Description: Registry for residents who are at risk due to disability, frailty or health issues, regardless of age, who elect to stay at home in the event of a hurricane or other emergency. It is not a guarantee that services will be provided.

Description: Registry for residents who are at risk due to disability, frailty or health issues, regardless of age, who elect to stay at home in the event of a hurricane or other emergency. It is not a guarantee that services will be provided.