The City of Jacksonville's 2022-2023 Preparedness Guide

is now available! In an emergency, every second counts. Planning what to do before a disaster strikes provides the best protection for you and your family.

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City of Jacksonville Preparedness & Response Guide
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City of Jacksonville Emergency Family Plan

Be Prepared - Build an Emergency Supply Kit Today

It is always the right time to build an emergency supply kit. Duval county experiences a wide range of hazards including hurricanes, wildfires, flooding, severe thunderstorms, and tornadoes. Having an emergency supply kit ready ahead of time will ensure you are prepared in the event of any emergency. Read the City of Jacksonville Emergency Preparedness Guide to learn more.

Plan For Emergencies

Jacksonville is no stranger to natural and man-made hazards. Learn how to plan ahead, and what to do during emergency situations by visiting the webpages below:

Active Shooter Response
Beach & Ocean Safety
Boil Water Advisory
Contacting 911
Cyberattacks
Extreme Heat
Fires
Flooding
Hazardous Materials
Health Threats

Hurricanes
Mental Health Resources
Mosquito-Borne Disease
Power Outages
Recovering from a Disaster
Shelter in Place
Terrorism
Thunderstorms & Lightning
Tornadoes
Winter Weather

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Need more information? Read our Frequently Asked Questions here.
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Healthcare Facility Information

We are responsible for the review of facility plans and also promote information about emergency environmental control. Learn more here.
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2023 Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday
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The 2023 Atlantic Hurricane Season begins June 1, 2023 and now is the time to prepare.
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May is National Water Safety Month
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May is National Water Safety Month, and as summer approaches, we want  to ensure that everyone is JaxReady before they go to the beach.  Always stay within your ability and check with the lifeguards if you are unsure about the safest areas for you and your family.
Take action today! Consider your threats, make a plan, have multiple ways to receive alerts, know what to do before and after a storm.
Hurricane Preparedness Week 2023
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Each year, the National Weather Service and the Florida Division of Emergency Management observe Hurricane Preparedness Week. Florida residents are encouraged to use this week to prepare for the upcoming Atlantic Hurricane Season, which begins June 1, 2023.
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Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale

Category 1: Winds 74 to 95 Miles Per Hour, Minimal Damage Category 2: Winds 96 to 110 Miles Per Hour, Moderate Damage Category 3: Winds 111 to 129 Miles Per Hour, Extensive Damage Category 4: Winds 130 to 156 Miles Per Hour, Extreme Damage Category 5: Winds Over 157 Miles PEr Hour, Catastrophic Damage