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The Florida Department of Health works to protect, promote, and improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county, and community efforts.

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Prepare Yourself

Contact: Florida Health

Tools and resources to help you and your family prepare for any disaster, including information about current hazards and what to do before, during, and after public health emergencies.

Disaster Preparedness for Persons with Specialized Care
Our best defense against disasters is to have a well-informed and prepared public. The links below provide important information on what to do before, during and after public health emergencies. Additionally, visit FloridaDisaster.org and Ready.gov for the latest information on preparing for disasters.

Disaster Preparedness for the Elderly

Disaster Preparedness for Persons with Access and Functional Needs - Emergency Preparedness resources from Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for persons with access and functionality needs

Disaster Preparedness for Persons with Cancer - Includes preparedness information to assist persons with cancer plan for sheltering and evacuation in the event of a disaster.

Disaster Preparedness for Persons with Epilepsy - Includes preparedness information to assist persons with epilepsy plan for evacuation in the event of a disaster.

Disaster Preparedness for Pregnant Women and New Parents:
English                         Spanish                           Kreyol

Additional Resources for all Hazards, Disasters, and Emergencies
Hurricanes
Floods                                                                                                        Rip Currents                                                                                          Tornadoes
Wildfires
Bioterrorism
Radiological

Visit Ready.gov/Be-Informed for additional information on hazards, disasters, and emergencies.