We are convening agencies and community partners to help address the long-term needs of our community in the wake of natural disasters and emergencies.
Long-Term Recovery Group
Planning and collaborating what happens before, during and after a natural disaster or emergency.
• Partners with Sheriff’s Emergency Management and FL Department of Health
• Managed recovery account
To find an open Red Cross Shelter view the shelter map at redcross.org.
Having trouble viewing the shelter map? Call the Marion County's local American Red Cross - the North Florida Region.
Local: 352-620-0500 | National: 800-733-2767
For additional readiness guidance, visit the Red Cross Hurricane Safety site.
For the latest news and updates from the Federal Emergency Management Agency, visit https://www.fema.gov or call 800-621-3362.
Not sure if a storm is declared an emergency or natural disaster?
Visit fema.gov/locations to find out.
The Salvation Army helps meet the needs of disaster survivors through:
Learn more about your local team by visiting salvationarmyflorida.org/ocala.
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Have you registered with the Florida Special Needs Registry?
If you or someone you know has special needs, we urge you to review your registry status periodically to help first responders make informed decisions on how to help you in an emergency.
Additionally, check out Marion County's open special needs emergency shelters by visiting marionso.com/emergency-shelters.
Hotlines
National Domestic Distress Hotline
800-799-7233 or text LOVEIS TO 22522
TTY- 800-787-3224
24/7 Domestic Violence Hotline.
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Call 988 or Text, or Chat 988
24/7 Lifeline connects people to the nearest crisis center.
Veterans Crisis Hotline
800-273-Talk (8255) press 1 or Text 838255
24/7 Service is available to all Veterans. It's a free, confidential resource even if they are not registered with the VA or enrolled in VA Healthcare.
Sandbag Locations
Tuscawilla Park (Reilly Arts Center)
800 NE Sanchez Ave. Ocala, Fl.
7 am-7 pm, limited # of shovels available -10 bags per vehicle.
Ed Croskey Recreation Center
1510 NW Fourth St. Ocala, Fl
7 am-7 pm, limited # of shovels available -10 bags per vehicle. Self-serve.
Jervey Gantt Park
2200 SE 36th Ave. Ocala, Fl.
7 am-7 pm, limited # of shovels available -10 bags per vehicle. Self-serve.
Dunnellon Public Works
11924 Bostick St. Dunnellon, Fl.
7 am-7 pm, limited # of shovels available -10 bags per vehicle. Self-serve.
Wrigley Field
405 County Rd. East 316, Citra Fl.
7 am-7 pm, limited # of shovels available -10 bags per vehicle.
Self-serve.
John Van Fleet Sports Complex
6501 SE 107th St. Belleview, Fl.
7 am-7 pm, limited # of shovels available -10 bags per vehicle.
Self-serve.
Shelters
Domestic Violence Shelter
CASA Marion
352-722-2272
717 SW MLK Ave. Ocala, Fl. 34474
24/7 Domestic Violence Shelter (When funds are available) can assist with moving costs for victims actively fleeing domestic violence.
Department of Health Special Needs Shelter
West Port High School
3733 SW 80th Ave. Ocala, Fl..
Opening Tue. 10/8/24 @ 5pm
Pets are also allowed into the shelter with proper documentation.
Pet-Friendly Shelter
Vanguard High School
7 NW 28th St. Ocala, Fl.
Opening Tuesday 10/8/24 @ 6pm
Proper pet documentation is needed.
General Population Shelters:
We invite you to participate in our recovery efforts. If you are interested in contributing, please follow the links below to either sign in or register to become a volunteer. We greatly appreciate your support!
If your home is damaged but not from flooding, call 800-Red-Cross for information regarding the assessment process. The national number is 800-733-2767.
The latest news and updates are available at Marionso.com Emergency Management and or call FEMA at 800-621-3362.