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Hurricane Season - The portion of the year
having a relatively high incidence of hurricanes. The
hurricane season in the Atlantic, Caribbean, and Gulf of
Mexico runs from June 1 to November 30.
Saffir-Simpson
Hurricane Scale - hurricanes are
categorized according to the strength of their
winds.
Tropical Storm — winds 39-73 mph
Category 1
Hurricane — winds 74-95 mph
Category 2 Hurricane —
winds 96-110 mph
Category 3 Hurricane — winds
111-130 mph
Category 4 Hurricane — winds 131-155
mph
Category 5 Hurricane — winds 156 mph and
up
Hurricane
Watch - An announcement for specific
coastal areas that hurricane conditions are possible
within 36 hours.
Hurricane
Warning - A warning that sustained winds 74
mph or higher associated with a hurricane are expected
in a specified coastal area in 24 hours or less. A
hurricane warning can remain in effect when dangerously
high water or a combination of dangerously high water
and exceptionally high waves continue, even though winds
may be less than hurricane force.
Storm
Surge - The greatest potential for loss of
life related to a hurricane is from the storm surge.
Tropical
Storm - A tropical cyclone in which the
maximum sustained surface wind speed (using the U.S.
1-minute average) ranges from 39 mph to 73 mph.
Tropical
Depression - A tropical cyclone in which
the maximum sustained surface wind speed (using the U.S.
1-minute average) is 38 mph or less.
Hollywood / Broward County Hurricane Evacuation Map / Regional Shelters – Those persons located
in low lying areas or near tidal bodies of water should
seek shelter elsewhere if conditions warrant. ALL mobile
home residents must evacuate in Plan A and B. In
addition, mobile home residents may be ordered to
evacuate if tropical storm conditions warrant.
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Hurricane season in South
Florida runs from June 1 to November 30. Hurricane
preparedness remains our best defense in the event of a
storm.
If South Florida is threatened by a hurricane, the
National Hurricane Center (NHC) will issue a
Hurricane Watch, which
indicates that storm conditions are possible within 36
hours. If conditions worsen, a Hurricane
Warning will be issued, which means that
sustained winds of at least 74 mph are expected within
24 hours or less.
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The Broward Emergency Management website
at
http://www.co.broward.fl.us/disaster
provides detailed information about hurricane evacuation
routes, shelter lists, a safety guide, a family
readiness kit, and other hurricane preparedness
information.
In addition, outlined below are important local
emergency phone numbers, as well as more websites that
provide hurricane preparedness information.
Hurricane Season Local Emergency Phone Numbers
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Broward County
- Emergency Management Division (Non-Emergency) -
954-831-3900
- Broward County Hurricane Hotline - 954-831-4000
- Hearing Impaired Hurricane Hotline -
954-765-4060
- Special Needs Registry - 954-537-2888
- Hearing Impaired Special Needs Registry -
954-537-2882
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Broward Chapter of the American Red
Cross - 954-763-9900
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BellSouth Repair - 611
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Florida Power & Light Customer Care
Center - 954-797-5000
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TECO Peoples Gas Company -
Toll-free 877-832-6747
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Federal Emergency Management Agency
(FEMA) - 800-621-FEMA (3362)
Websites
 Preparation
is key to surviving a hurricane, or any unexpected
disaster. By properly preparing, you can minimize the
damage to your property and increase you and your
family’s chances for survival. The following checklist
will provide some basic guidelines to help you protect
your home and family in an emergency.
Emergency Checklist
Before the Storm
- Make a Family Disaster Plan and practice it.
- Learn the local storm history and find out if
your home is vulnerable to flooding.
- Know whether you are in a mandatory evacuation
zone.
- Plan for evacuation. Learn local procedures for
exiting and returning.
- Identify sheltering options – contact friends,
family hotels, and public shelters.
- Pre-register for a Special Needs Shelter if
applicable.
- Designate an out-of-state family or friend as a
contact.
- Make a plan for your pets if you will evacuate
your home. Shelters do not accept pets.
- Check your insurance coverage to determine
whether flood damage is covered by you homeowners
insurance.
- Assemble emergency supplies and personal papers
and store them in a dry, safe place.
- Monitor news and weather reports.
- Prepare your property for storm conditions.
- Prepare a Disaster
Supply Kit:
- A minimum of a
three-day supply of water – one gallon per person,
per day (additional water will be needed for family
pets)
- Ready-to-eat
canned, non-perishable food items and a manual can
opener
- Flashlight and
extra batteries
- Portable,
battery-operated radio (preferable a NOAA weather
radio) and extra batteries
- Important personal
and family documents
- First aid kit
- Change of clothes
and sturdy shoes
- Bedding
- Prescription
medications – make sure they are filled
- Identification or
required identification to return home if evacuated
- For more hurricane
tips and supplies, please visit the
Broward County Emergency Management Agency’s
Hurricane Tips and Hurricane Supplies site.
During the Storm
- Stay inside in an interior room away from
windows, unless you have been ordered to evacuate.
- Stay tuned to local radio or television for
information from local officials.
- Do not go out in the calm of the storm when the
eye is passing. The back side of the storm will soon
follow.
- Wait for the “all clear” from local officials
before going outside.
After the Storm
- If you evacuated, do not return until authorized
by local officials.
- Be careful of hazards caused by the storm such
as downed power lines or standing puddles of water.
- If a precautionary boil water notice is issued,
boil water for a minimum of one minute or use
bottled or stored water from your disaster supply
kit. Officials will provide notification when the
precautionary boil water notice is lifted.
- Do not eat food that could be contaminated or
spoiled.
- Do not use candles as a light source. Fires can
result.
- Stay alert for information on how and where to
apply for assistance.
- Contact your insurance company to report
property damage.
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All Departments within the City of
Hollywood continuously train and prepare for an efficient unified
response to the effects of a hurricane. The City of
Hollywood Emergency Operations Center (EOC) procedures, supplies,
and resources are reviewed throughout the year to ensure our
residents will get the best possible service in the event of an
emergency. All City Departments are committed to the
execution of a rapid quality response during the aftermath of a
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Click here to view a video outlining City's Emergency
Preparation and Response. |
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