Florida Hurricane Resources

Consider Getting a Generator For Backup Power
This 59-year-old Florida man equipped his house with a backup generator in case the power goes out.

Document Your Home Before and After The Storm
Before and after a storm, document your home’s condition as well as your possessions. A video camera or a still camera are ideal for these purposes.

Evacuate - The Smart Way
Hurricane experts say the best way to evacuate is to go only far enough to get away from the worst of the storm. Here’s the story of one Floridian who did just that.

Five Steps For A Safe Hurricane Season
Follow these five steps to protect yourself, your loved ones and your property during the Florida hurricane season.

Plan In Advance To Protect Your Pets When The Storm Comes
Floridians with pets should make plans to protect their pets if a hurricane strikes.

Prepare Two Hurricane Kits Before The Storm
Before the storm, prepare two hurricane kits – one to help you evacuate safely, and one to help you recover when you get home.

Review Your Insurance to Be Ready
Reviewing insurance coverage before a storm may be boring. But if you put off this chore, later you may really wish you'd done it.

The High Price of Living in Paradise
AARP offers tips to help you cut the cost of property insurance.

‘Harden’ Your Home Against Hurricane Winds
Pedro Soto of Miami is very glad that he shelled out extra money to install hurricane shutters before Hurricane Wilma.