The CILNCF provides information and planning assistance to help our consumers prepare for emergencies. We also work with organizations and emergency preparedness officials to help educate and train personnel for how best to assist people with disabilities in the event of emergencies, accommodations at shelters, etc.
Hurricane Preparedness
We have compiled some helpful information, links, and phone numbers regarding hurricane preparedness for people with disabilities. Information includes locating special needs shelters; tips for preparing, responding, and recovering from hurricanes; how to track hurricanes; emergency supply information; etc. Find that information here »
Hurricane Season: Typically from June 1st to November 30th
The most active months of hurricane season are August through October with the peak of the season occurring September 10th. Forecasters are already predicting a very active Atlantic hurricane season.
Category 1: Dangerous winds that will produce some property damage. Sustained Winds: 74-95 mph
Category 2: Extremely dangerous winds will likely cause extensive damage. Sustained Winds: 96-110mph
Category 3: Serious damage will occur. Sustained Winds: 111-129 mph
Category 4: Catastrophic damage will likely occur. Sustained Winds: 130-156 mph
Category 5: Total devastation. Sustained Winds: 157 mph+
Helpful Links
State of Florida Emergency Contacts by County
Emergency Supply Fact Sheet
Preparedness Calendar Planning Tool
More Information
Please contact the CIL for more information about our Emergency Preparedness Services and to learn more about our Emergency Preparedness Expos: cilncf.org/contact-us
Upcoming Hurricane Preparedness Expos in Columbia, Alachua, Marion and Putnam Counties.
Columbia County:
February 22nd, 2025 from 9am to 1pm. Location is the Columbia County Senior Services, 628 SE Allison Court, Lake City, FL
Alachua County:
March 13th, 2025, from 8:45am to 1pm. Location is the Senior Recreation Center, 5701 NW 34th Blvd, Gainesville, FL
Marion County:
March 25th, 2025, from 8:45pm to 1pm. Location is the College of Central Florida, Ewers Century Center, 3001 SW College Rd, Ocala FL
Putnam County:
April 12th, 2025, from 10am to 1pm (vendor event only). Location is the Price Martin Center, 220 N. Street, Palatka, FL
These FREE events will include a variety of vendors and speakers to help prepare people with disabilities in our community for any type of emergency. The theme this year is, “Helping Others, After the Disaster.” ASL interpreters will be provided.
Please click on the link below to register for one of the Emergency Preparedness Expos:
https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/41f1416747a94969ba22a8e6b81f9d46
For more information about the Emergency Preparedness events, please contact Kevin Towles at ktowles@cilncf.org or 352-368-3788.