Hurricane Resources
Florida’s familiarity with hurricanes and other water-related natural disasters requires special attention, particularly for the special needs community. As we brace for hurricane season, Cedar Bridge Foundation emphasizes the critical importance of comprehensive preparedness—not only ensuring physical safety and supplies but also supporting mental well-being.
Hurricane season brings not only physical disruptions but can also heighten anxiety, stress, fear, and trigger PTSD, all of which can be more acutely felt by those with special needs. Proactive preparation is vital and has been proven to alleviate stress and anxiety before and during such events.
Below, we’ve listed resources to help ensure that our community is well-prepared for the challenges ahead.
Resource Links
Alert Florida
American Red Cross
CDC’s Hurricane Kit
Disaster Supply Check List
Emergency Management by County
Florida Agency for Health Care Administration Hurricane Preparedness and Planning Reminders
Florida Agency for Health Care Administration Generator Status Dashboard
Florida Division of Emergency Management Website
Go Hurricane Preparation
National Hurricane Center
Shelter Information by County
Hotline
Disaster and Mental Health Crisis Community Provider Line:
2-1-1 provides free and confidential information and referral to Community Resources
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA): 1-800-621-3362
NAMI HelpLine: 800-950-NAMI (6264)
SAMHSA Disaster Distress Helpline: 1-800-985-5990
The Disaster Distress Helpline is a national hotline dedicated to providing crisis counseling for people who are experiencing emotional distress related to disasters.
State of Florida Emergency Information Line: 1-800-342-3557
Emergency Management Center
Alachua County
352-264-6500
Baker County
904-259-3613
Bay County
850-248-8140
Bradford County
904-966-2276
Brevard County
321-637-6670
Broward County
954-831-3900
Calhoun County
850-674-8075
Charlotte County
941-833-4000
Citrus County
352-249-2775
Clay County
904-284-7703
Collier County
239-252-3600
Columbia County
386-758-1383
DeSoto County
863-993-4800
Dixie County
352-498-1240
Duval County
904-255-3110
Escambia County
850-471-6400
Flagler County
386-313-4200
Franklin County
850-653-8977
Gadsden County
850-627-9233
Gilchrist County
386-935-5400
Glades County
863-946-2566
Gulf County
850-229-9110
Hamilton County
386-792-6647
Hardee County
863-773-6373
Hendry County
863-674-5400
Hernando County
352-754-4083
Highlands County
863-402-7400
Hillsborough County
813-272-6600
Holmes County
850-547-1112
Indian River County
772-226-3900
Jackson County
850-482-9678
Jefferson County
850-342-0211
Lafayette County
386-294-1222
Lake County
352-343-9420
Lee County
239-533-0622
Leon County
850-606-5300
Levy County
352-486-5213
Liberty County
850-643-2339
Madison County
850-973-3698
Manatee County
941-748-4501
Marion County
352-732-8181
Martin County
772-287-1652
Miami-Dade County
305-468-5400
Monroe County
305-289-6018
Nassau County
904-548-0900
Okaloosa County
850-609-7000
Okeechobee County
863-763-3212
Orange County
855-886-5400
Osceola County
407-742-2275
Palm Beach County
561-355-2754
Pasco County
727-847-8137
Pinellas County
727-464-3800
Polk County
863-519-7320
Putnam County
386-329-0379
St Johns County
904-824-5550
St Lucie County
772-462-1100
Santa Rosa County
850-983-5360
Sarasota County
941-861-5000
Seminole County
407-665-5102
Sumter County
352-689-4400
Suwannee County
386-362-2222
Taylor County
850-584-4225
Union County
386-496-2501
Volusia County
386-258-4088
Wakulla County
850-745-7200
Walton County
850-892-8065
Washington County
850-638-6200
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