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Inlets Hurricane Preparedness

The following are instructions and guidance in case of severe storms and hurricanes that you should review and have available in case an events occurs

​Includes the following:​​

  • Hurricane Shelter Information Links

  • Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale

  • Hurricane Preparation Tips for Residents

  • Additional Health & Safety Tips

  • Making an Emergency Plan for Your Family

  • Hurricane Preparation Checklist

  • 2023 Named Storms

  • Property Insurance Information

  • Pet Disaster Preparation Checklist

  • Coping with a Disaster or Traumatic Event

Satellite photo of Hurricane Milton over Florida 2024

For homeowners adding hurricane shutters to their homes, the following is a guideline to assist in choosing the ideal shutters for windows and openings that comply with the community standard in this document

Hurricane Preparedness: Understand Forecast Information

Pay attention to National Weather Service and National Hurricane Center forecasts.

Know how to get alerts and the difference between a watch and warning.

Focus on potential impacts, regardless of storm size or category.

Know the hazards that occur well outside the storm’s path.

Learn More: ready.gov/hurricanes
Important Local Websites and Alerts

Manatee County Severe Weather Information Center

​For accessing emergency and weather information

#Manatee Ready

​County services for checking severe weather information, finding safety and emergency shelters, planning for disasters, 

Sign up for Emergency Alerts, Special Needs Registry, and Emergency Contact Information

​State of Florida Hurricane Preparedness Guide

"The Essential Guide to Hurricane Preparedness"

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