Hurricane Guide
Emergency Planning
Make plans and be fully stocked on supplies before hurricane season begins.
Learn how to prepare for an evacuation, as well as what to do and where to go.
Residents with accessibility issues should register for emergency and evacuation assistance.
Download and print the door hanger.
Learn how to properly take care of your pets when a storm comes.
Prune your trees before hurricane season arrives, and get tips for after the storm.
Learn how to safely ride out the storm from home.
Stay Ahead of the Storm
Register for Miami-Dade Alerts to receive emergency information by text message.
Have up-to-the minute hurricane info with you at all times by downloading the Ready Miami-Dade app into your iPhone.
Have up-to-the minute hurricane info with you at all times by downloading the Ready Miami-Dade app into your Android mobile device.
Keep an eye on the storm by checking in with the National Hurricane Center.
Visualize the potential storm surge effects on your home or business.
Check out the live South Florida weather radar.
News & Social Media
Donations were accepted at several Miami-Dade County locations Sept. 16 through Sept. 27 to assist with Hurricane Dorian recovery efforts in the Bahamas.
Receive free emergency emails and/or texts with details on public safety issues.
The Hurricane Guide is available to residents at libraries, parks and other locations.
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About Us
The Office of Emergency Management plans and prepares for emergencies by coordinating activities with County departments, municipalities, non-profit social service and medical care agencies, businesses, residents and visitors by educating about preparedness, coordinating emergency response and recovery, and delivering emergency information.
