• Residents with special medical needs such as electricity to operate a medical device, refrigeration needs for medications, an enhanced level of wound care, or other eligible criteria should register with the Office of Emergency Management.
   
• REGISTER ONLINE: Seminole County Special Needs. A caregiver may also register on behalf of the resident.
   
• REGISTER VIA PHONE: Call the Citizens Information Line at 407-665-0000 for more information.
   
• Emergency Management recommends using this program only as a "last resort" and individuals with special needs should consider sheltering with relatives or friends prior to the use of a shelter.

• ASL/Deaf: - Special Needs Program Video

 Last Updated: October 9, 2024 11:19am

Think about your family’s needs in the event of a disaster and make a plan before disaster strikes to make responding to an emergency faster and safer.

• AT HOME: Identify the safest area of your home in the event of severe weather; a lower-level space with no windows is preferred. Know how, when and where to shut off water, gas and electric at the main sources to your home. Check your insurance coverage – flood damage, for example, is not covered by homeowner's insurance.
• EVACUATION/SHELTERS: If your home is unsafe during a tropical storm or hurricane, consider staying with a friend or family member. Or, plan an evacuation route. Emergency shelters should be considered a last resort.
• CHILDREN: Contact your child's school or daycare to determine the facility's emergency notification and evacuation plans. Ask what type of authorization is required to release a child to someone else if you are not available to pick them up. Include your children in the planning process and discuss any fears they may have.
• ANIMALS: Make arrangements for pets or livestock in advance. Make sure your pet has a license tag and a collar, and use a break away collar for cats.
• COMMUNICATIONS: Consider purchasing a weather radio to alert you of severe weather conditions.

 Last Updated: August 25, 2023 2:07pm

 Prepare a disaster kit that contains all of the necessary supplies for several days or longer. 

• WATER: Have one gallon of water per person/pet per day on hand for drinking, food preparation, and sanitation.
• FOOD: Plan for a five-day supply of non-perishable foods that do not require refrigeration and need minimal preparation and water.
• FIRST AID & MEDICATION: Have plenty of first aid supplies, non-prescription drugs, prescriptions, and other important health supplies like contact lenses or baby items on hand.
• IMPORTANT DOCUMENTS: Keep records, like insurance policies and passports, in watertight plastic containers if possible.
• CONTAINER/STORAGE: Store your emergency kit in a watertight container to prevent damage.

MORE INFORMATION:

• Get a Kit

 Last Updated: August 25, 2023 2:09pm

STAY INFORMED

• EMERGENCY ALERTS: Register for emergency alerts through AlertSeminole and get alerts via text, email, or voice call about weather events, evacuations, and more.
   
• GENERAL TEXT ALERTS: Text "Storm2024" to 888-777 for storm-specific information.
   
• PHONE: Call the Seminole County Citizens Information Line at (407) 665-0000 with storm-related questions. Hablamos español.
   
• SOCIAL MEDIA: Follow Seminole County on Facebook, Instagram, X/Twitter, and Nextdoor.
   
• TV: Watch Seminole Government Television (SGTV) at seminolecountyfl.gov/SGTV, on Spectrum Cable Channel 498, or on YouTube.
   
• EMAIL NEWSLETTER: Subscribe to the Seminole County Newsletter for email updates.

 Last Updated: October 11, 2024 10:05am

PRESCRIPTIONS

With Seminole County included in Florida Governor Ron DeSantis’ State of Emergency ahead of the storm, Floridians are permitted to receive early prescription refills, including for medical grade oxygen.

Florida Statute 252.358 waives time restrictions on early refills during a state of emergency, to allow for citizens to prepare ahead of a storm. Authorized refills must be remaining on the prescription.

• ASL Video: Prescription Refills

 Last Updated: October 11, 2024 10:20am

SANDBAG LOCATIONS

Sylvan Lake Park
845 Lake Markham Road, Sanford
8 a.m. - 6 p.m. - Unstaffed

All other County sandbag locations are closed.

SANDBAG DISPOSAL: Do not put filled sandbags on the curbside. They will not be picked up. If dry, consider keeping them through the end of Hurricane Season (November 30). They may be brought to the Landfill at the end of hurricane season. 
 

MORE INFORMATION:
VIDEO: Proper Sandbag Use

 Last Updated: October 23, 2024 3:28pm

Seminole County general population shelters are now CLOSED.

 Last Updated: October 11, 2024 4:07pm