
HURRICANE RESOURCES
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Marion County
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Preparedness Website:https://static1.squarespace.com/static/56f0545e746fb991aa14ee95/t/572b7…
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Emergency Management: Website https://www.marionso.com/emergency-management
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Do your homework.
- Ready.gov offers an in-depth guide about what to do before a hurricane arrives, the hours leading up to it and after the storm has passed. Besides being prepared for what is to come, it can offer peace of mind to know what to expect in the event of a hurricane.
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Red Cross Shelters.
- Website: http://www.redcross.org/get-help/disaster-relief-and-recovery-services/find-an-open-shelter
- Phone: (352) 620-0500 (Local) or 800-733-2767
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FEMA Federal Emergency Management Agency
- Website: https://www.fema.gov
- Phone: 1-800-621-3362
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Accommodations for your family’s special needs.
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By registering on the Florida Special Needs Registry, first responders are able to make informed decisions on how to help you in the event of an emergency. Additionally, it’s important to be aware of what your county’s special needs emergency shelter offers.
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2-1-1
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CALL: 211
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Text: Your Zip Code to 898211
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United Way's 2-1-1 is Central Florida's 24/7 information and assistance hotline. Connect with community resources, such as:
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Shelter information and housing assistance
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Sand bags, tarps and other storm supplies
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Evacuation routes and road closures
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Food, clothing and hygiene supplies
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Special needs registry and medical supplies
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Emotional and crisis support
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