Hurricanes and heavy storms have a significant impact on the region's water management system. See how the SFWMD prepares for storms and hurricanes.
Hurricanes Shaped SFWMD
For decades prior to 1992's Hurricane Andrew, many Florida residents thought of hurricane season as an inconvenience, because in recent memory, no major storm had hit Florida. The SFWMD, created as a result of hurricanes in the 1920s and 1940s, has always taken hurricanes, and the need to prepare for them as well as for major storms, very seriously.
SFWMD's Emergency Management, meteorologocal staff and field operations are constantly tracking storms, especially during hurricane season.
This information is gathered for your use by your county, and by some cities. In most cases, you'll probably need to go to a county office -- though some may have maps or access to flood zone information on their web site.
Most decisions about emergency notifications to citizens are made by local, county, state or federal emergency managers. Each offers an array of useful materials offering advice to citizens who want to be prepared for emergencies. You can find out more about what is available by visiting their websites, which are listed below.
Northern Everglades
