Natural disasters such as wildfires, hurricanes, sinkholes, and tornados can happen at any time. If we are prepared in our homes, communities, and workplaces, we can mitigate many of the effects of these events.

Seminole County, UF/IFAS Seminole County Extension, as well as University of Florida/IFAS, all offer education and programs to help before, during and after Natural Disasters. If you don't find the information you are looking for here, contact your local extension office.

Helpful Resources:

• Prepare Seminole

  • Prepared by Seminole County Emergency Management, your 'how-to' guide to help you prepare for disasters.

• National Weather Service

  • An interactive website with realtime alerts and weather conditions across the country.

• Florida Homeowner Handbook

  • Use this handbook to help prepare for a natural hazard and reduce the risks to your family and property.

• The Disaster Handbook

  • A master guide developed by the University of Florida's Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS). Provides information and resources to prepare for and deal with disasters such as floods, fires, and even terrorism.

• Hurricane Prep for Families

  • Hurricane season is here! Don't wait for the first storm; prepare now to protect you and your loved ones.

• Hurricane Prep for Agriculture Producers

  • Tips for farmers and ranchers to protect your home, property, and business in times of disaster.

• Hurricane Prep for Communities

  • Communities look to their leaders for guidance during emergencies. We offer materials that can help.

• General Information

  • Resources addressing various types of disasters, intended for all audiences.

• Disaster Prep poster - great for hanging in the home or classroom.

• Disaster Planning for Older Adults

  • A collection of information from EDIS, the Electronic Data Information Source of UF/IFAS Extension.

 

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