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FL Division of Emergency Management

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FL Division of Emergency Management

@FLSERT

The FL Division of Emergency Management works to ensure that FL is prepared to respond to emergencies, recover from them, and mitigate against their impacts.

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Joined September 2009

FL Division of Emergency Management
@FLSERT
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⚠️Understanding what hazards hurricanes bring helps you prepare & become more resilient against them. 🌊 Storm Surge 🌪️ Tornadoes 🏊 Rip Currents 💧 Flooding 💨 Damaging Winds Determine your risks & make a plan today! FloridaDisaster.org/PlanPrepare 📋
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FLORIDA DOT
@MyFDOT
Jul 19
As we move through the 2026 hurricane season, we want to remind everyone that select hurricane supply items are tax free year-round to make sure that Floridians can be prepared well before a storm hits. For more tips and tricks on what you should be including in your disaster
FL Division of Emergency Management
@FLSERT
Jul 19
⚠️ 7/19: Tropical Depression Two has formed in the Gulf. Portions of Florida’s Panhandle west of the Ochlockonee River are now under a Tropical Storm Watch, meaning tropical storm conditions are possible within the next 48 hours. ⛈️ Residents should prepare now for heavy
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National Hurricane Center
@NHC_Atlantic
Jul 18
2 pm EDT July 18 - There is now a medium chance of a tropical depression forming over the Gulf of America. Here are the Key Messages about the system. Visit hurricanes.gov for updates.
FL Division of Emergency Management
@FLSERT
Jul 18
🚨 7/18: @FLSERT is closely monitoring Invest 91L. 🌀 As a disturbance moves through the Gulf, periods of heavy rainfall are possible across portions of Florida over the coming days. While winds may remain weak, heavy rain can still create life-threatening flash flooding. Take
FL Division of Emergency Management
@FLSERT
Jul 17
🚨 7/17: Wet weather is on the way for parts of Florida. A weather system moving across the Gulf is expected to bring multiple rounds of heavy rainfall to North-Central & Central FL beginning today, lasting through the weekend & into next week. ⚠️ Possible hazards include: ▪️
FL Division of Emergency Management
@FLSERT
Jul 17
Whether you're traveling to a match, concert or festival, make traffic updates part of your travel plan. Before you head out, check FL511 for: 🚦 Real-time traffic updates 🚧 Road closures & incidents ⚠️ Travel times & delays Travel smart. Arrive safely. 🌐 Visit
FL Division of Emergency Management
@FLSERT
Jul 16
Summer events bring big crowds—& busy roads. 🛣️ Wherever you're headed, be prepared for: 🚗 Heavy congestion 🚶 Increased pedestrian activity 🚴 More cyclists on the road 🚦 Temporary traffic pattern changes Your safest route starts with a plan! Follow the travel tips below 👇
FL Division of Emergency Management
@FLSERT
Jul 15
Don’t leave preparedness behind! 🚗 Stock an emergency kit for your car, including items such as an emergency radio, first aid kit, jumper cables & more! ❗ Stay ready & find more prep tips at: ▪️ Ready.gov/Car ▪️ FloridaDisaster.org/PlanPrepare
FL Division of Emergency Management
@FLSERT
Jul 14
7/14 Weekly Weather Watch: Stormy Skies & Summer Heat ☔ It's another hot & humid Florida week! Keep an umbrella handy as scattered storms make their daily appearance, especially across North FL early in the week before typical afternoon storms return statewide. Remember:
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FL Division of Emergency Management
@FLSERT
Jul 14
❌MYTH: Flood warnings only impact flood zones. ✅FACT: Your home can be outside of a flood zone & still be affected by heavy rainfall & dangerous flooding conditions. No matter where you live, know your FLOOD zone & EVACUATION zone before severe weather threatens.
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Kevin Guthrie
@KevinGuthrieFL
Jul 13
Today we kicked off our second @FLSERT Leadership Retreat at Florida’s Central Operations and Coordination Office (FLCOCO). Over the next three days, our leadership team will engage in strategic conversations to strengthen skills, align our organizational priorities, and continue
FL Division of Emergency Management
@FLSERT
Jul 13
🚨 Remember, the disaster sales tax exemption is in effect year-round! Select disaster preparedness supplies remain tax-free for Florida residents! Take advantage of the savings & prepare for hurricane season by stocking up on essentials like batteries, tarps, smoke detectors &
FL Division of Emergency Management
@FLSERT
Jul 13
🚨 7/13: Rounds of showers & thunderstorms will continue across North Florida today, bringing multiple possible hazards: ☔ Heavy rainfall (1–2 inches expected, locally 3-5+ inches possible) 💨 Strong gusty winds (30–50 mph) ⚡ Frequent lightning 🌊 Isolated flash flooding