UPDATED OCTOBER 27, 2022.
We are working on an update for Hurricane Ian Resources to include Resources
and information for the additional Counties affected by Hurricane Idalia in 2023.
We are working on a new HURRICANE RESOURCES page that will contain the Federal Resources,
and Resources for each of the States and US Territories that are in Hurricane Zones.
The Florida Disaster Fund has been activated as Hurricane Ian is set to sweep across the set.
Florida First Lady Casey DeSantis announced the activation Wednesday, ahead of Ian’s anticipated landfall.
The fund is described by the state as a “private fund established to provide financial assistance
to our communities as they respond to and recover from times of emergency or disaster.”
To contribute, visit www.FloridaDisasterFund.org or text DISASTER to 20222.
Update: October 27, 2022
Resources
Click Here – WE WILL ADD RESOURCES HERE AS THEY BECOME AVAILABLE. PLEASE SHARE WITH THOSE IN NEED.
FOR INDIVIDUALS:
Crisis Cleanup Hurricane Ian Home Cleanup Hotline: 800-451-1954 – Call to be connected with local volunteer organizations that can help with things like fallen trees, drywall, flooring, and appliance removal, tarping roofs, and mold mitigation. www.crisiscleanup.org
Register Damage with FEMA: www.disasterassistance.gov
Report a Missing Person in the Affected Area: https://missing.fl.gov/es
Florida State Emergency Response Team: https://www.floridadisaster.org/state-eoc/
Florida Traffic Information: https://fl511.com/
Food Assistance: https://www.myflfamilies.com/hurricaneian/
Insurance Claim and Recovery Help Library: https://uphelp.org/disaster-recovery-help/hurricane-ian-2022/
Temporary Roof Repairs: https://www.usace.army.mil/Missions/Emergency-Operations/Blue-Roof-Information/
Status of Healthcare Facilities in Affected Area: https://rxopen.org/
Mental Health Services: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/disaster-distress-helpline
Teladoc Medical Care: Call Teladoc at 855-225-5032 to request a free visit and talk to a doctor by phone or video from anywhere.
Asbestos and Natural Disaster Guide: https://www.asbestos.com/asbestos/natural-disasters/
FOR BUSINESSES:
Disaster Resilience, Recovery & Relief Resource: www.sbpusa.org
Florida Short Time Compensation for Employers Program: www.floridajobs.org
Florida Disaster Unemployment Assistance: https://www.floridajobs.org/office-directory/division-of-workforce-services/reemployment-assistance-programs/disaster-unemployment-assistance
Florida Small Business Resource Network: https://sbrn.org/
Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services: www.freshfromflorida.com
Florida Department of Environmental Protection: www.floridep.org
Florida Department of Insurance: www.myfloridacfo.com
Florida Department of Revenue: https://ritx-fl-sales.bswa.net/
Visit Florida Cover Your Event Insurance: www.visitflorida.org
USDA Disaster Assistance Discovery Tool: https://www.farmers.gov/protection-recovery/disaster-tool#step-1
Disaster Loan Assistance: https://disasterloanassistance.sba.gov/ela/s/
VOLUNTEER ORGANIZATIONS WHO CAN HELP:
American Red Cross of Central Florida: https://www.redcross.org/local/florida/central-florida/about-us/locations/tampa-bay.html
Team Rubicon: https://teamrubiconusa.org/blog/disaster-responders-stage-in-florida-ahead-of-hurricane-ian/
Save the Children Hurricane Ian Recovery: https://www.savethechildren.org/us/what-we-do/emergency-response/hurricane-ian-how-to-help
Reach Global Crisis Response: https://crisis-response.ministries.efca.org/
Air-Based Donations and Relief: https://www.solrelief.org/
All Hands and Hearts Volunteer Team: https://www.allhandsandhearts.org/
Presbyterian Disaster Assistance: https://pda.pcusa.org/situation/hurricane-ian/
Health Focused Relief: https://www.americares.org/news/2022-0928-americares-ready-to-respond-to-hurricane-ian/
Hurricane Ian
Get the latest Hurricane Ian disaster recovery information from FEMA. And learn how the U.S. government is responding to the hurricane with resources to help you recover from the storm.
Financial and Other Assistance
- Learn how you can qualify for financial assistance after a disaster to get help with food, bills, unemployment, and more.
- Find out if you are eligible for an SBA Disaster Loan. These low-interest loans from the Small Business Administration can help homeowners, small businesses, and non-profits recover from a declared disaster.
- If you have a flood insurance policy, learn how to file a flood insurance claim. You will also find information on applying for disaster assistance.
- Find out if you are eligible for Hurricane Ian-related tax relief from the IRS.
- Homeowners in certain Florida counties can get free, temporary roofing through the Army Corps of Engineers. Sign up on the Operation Blue Roof website, or call 1-888-766-3258.
Health and Safety
- Mental health – Call or text the Disaster Distress Helpline at 1-800-985-5990. The national hotline provides free 24/7, crisis counseling for people who are experiencing emotional distress related to any natural or human-caused disaster. Deaf and hard of hearing ASL callers can use a videophone or ASL Now.
Disability Services
- Florida special needs registry – Register with your local emergency management agency to receive assistance during a disaster. Register if you need electricity to operate medical equipment, need transport services to evacuate, or need help getting medication. The statewide registry provides first responders with valuable information in disasters or other emergencies.
Military and Veterans
- If you are a veteran or are concerned about a veteran who is in distress, contact the Veterans Crisis Line, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Call 988, then Press 1; text message (838255); or chat online.
- If you receive care through the VA, you can get VA mental health services and/or engage with a mental health specialist at your local VA facility.
- For additional resources on coping when current events bring up past trauma, visit the VA Office of Mental Health and Suicide Prevention’s recent VAntage Point article.
- You can connect with other veterans at a community-based VA Vet Center.
- Find out how you can #LiveWholeHealth from home through VA’s ongoing self-care blog series from VA’s Whole Health Services. This series highlights resources—such as video sessions for yoga or meditation—that you can follow along at home to live healthier and happier.
Resources for Workers and Employers
- Visit the U.S. Department of Labor’s Disaster Recovery website to learn about disaster-related unemployment assistance, staying safe during storm cleanup, and wages and worker claims following the storm.
Click Here to see additional Resources for Immigration, Weather & Imagery, Communications, Business & Consumer Information, Federal Workforce.
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After a disaster, many people want to volunteer their services or donate money or goods. Get tips from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) on volunteering and donating responsibly after a natural disaster.
Update October 12, 2022
Resources for Seniors Impacted by Hurricane Ian
Elder Helpline 1-800-96-ELDER (35337)
- Food, Water & Ice Distribution
Current POD locations can be found at: floridadisaster.org/info/.
- Disaster Aid
Federal disaster assistance is available to affected individuals in Charlotte, Collier, DeSoto, Flagler, Hardee, Highlands, Hillsborough, Lake, Lee, Manatee, Orange, Osceola, Pinellas, Polk, Putnam, Sarasota and Seminole, St. Johns and Volusia counties following the impact of Hurricane Ian. Survivors can apply for disaster assistance at disasterassistance.gov, by calling 800-621-3362 from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. Eastern Time, or by using the FEMA mobile app. If you use a relay service such as video relay service (VRS), captioned telephone service or others, give FEMA the number for that service.
Crisis Cleanup Line (800) 451-1954
If you need help with damage from Hurricane Ian, contact the Crisis Cleanup Line at (800) 451-1954. Volunteers may be able to assist with cutting fallen trees; drywall, flooring, & appliance removal; tarping roofs; and mold mitigation. Service is free but not guaranteed.
- Roof Repairs
- Insurance Filing
- Shelters & Housing
Free Legal Help (866) 550-2929
- Public Benefits & Unemployment Assistance
- Mental Health
- Search & Rescue
- Donations & Volunteerism
Update: October 12, 2022
HURRICANE IAN RELIEF & RESOURCES GUIDE
(cenfluence.com)
- How you can help with the Recovery (Recovery Solutions; Donate & Support; Volunteer)
- Recovery Information & Resources (State & Federal Assistance Resources; Florida Disaster Resources; Corridor County Resources & Updated Recovery Information)
Hurricane Ian – How to Help
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October 2, 2022
Below is a list of organizations providing help and collecting donations for communities affected by the hurricane.
Florida Disaster Fund
To make a donation, text 20222 or visit FloridaDisasterFund.org.
Good 360
Good 360 is another organization that’s helping by providing care and clean up materials.
Global Empowerment
A Florida-based organization, Global Empowerment is providing emergency aid and will help with development and reconstruction in the future.
World Central Kitchen
A global organization, World Central Kitchen provides food and water to first responders and communities in a crisis. They’re already providing hot meals and water to the areas hit hardest by Hurricane Ian.
Donating Your Time
If you’re able to volunteer your time, head to VolunteerFlorida.org. You’ll find a detailed list of volunteer opportunities.
If You Need Help
If you were affected by Hurricane Ian and need help, go to Disasterassistance.gov or call 1-800-621-3362.
Business-Specific
Joey’s Custard Employee Support
This is not a complete list of all organizations helping with hurricane aftermath. The list of groups contributing continues to grow. We will share any additional information we receive. This area is near and dear to our hearts and we know so many of you feel the same way. This is one small way we can show our support and help the communities affected by Hurricane Ian.
“The state’s relief fund effort, www.FloridaDisasterFund.org, has collected $20 million,
which the governor has said can be used to help residents recover what federal aid won’t cover.”
“It will help meet needs of people that will not be covered by FEMA,” DeSantis said Saturday.
The following counties were already included in the FEMA declaration: Orange, Osceola, Polk,
Seminole, Charlotte, Collier, DeSoto, Hardee, Hillsborough, Lee, Manatee, Pinellas, and Sarasota.”
https://news.yahoo.com/florida-gov-desantis-distributes-food-193935320.html?fr=sycsrp_catchall
GETTING HELP FOR FAMILY & FRIENDS
Go to https://missing.fl.gov/es for the form.
“Guthrie urged people who did not evacuate to complete a survey at Floridadisaster.org.
“This is primarily for those who did not evacuate so that we know where you’re at,’’ he said. As of Thursday,
more than 15,000 had filled out that form, Guthrie said.”
How to Help | Where to Find Help
Update October 18-20, 2022
FEMA Disaster Assistance
Disaster Survivor Assistance Teams
Disaster Survivor Assistance Teams (DSAT) go door-to-door to help survivors assess needs, apply for assistance, get application updates, and connect with additional resources.
Apply for Assistance
Individuals affected by Hurricane Ian in Florida now can apply for assistance.
- Online at www.DisasterAssistance.gov
- Call 800-621-3362
- If you use a relay service, such as video relay service (VRS), captioned telephone service or others, give FEMA the number for that service.
Click Here for More Information about How to File a Flood Insurance Claim | Resources for Affected Areas | DRCs Near You | Operation Blue Roof | Local Resources Tribal Resources Social Media | How to Help Floridians | Sheltering Assistance | Post-Storm Safety Tips | Rumors, Scams & How to Report Fraud | Disaster-Related Tools | Guide on How to Save Your Family Treasures
Update: October 26, 2022
Governor Ron DeSantis Issues Updates on Hurricane Ian Recovery
On October 26, 2022, in News Releases, by Staff
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis was in Fort Myers Beach to announce efforts to identify and remove vessels and other debris from waterways and to expedite the removal of debris on private and commercial properties. Governor DeSantis also announced the approval of the FEMA Direct Temporary Housing Program for the counties hit hardest by Hurricane Ian, and a state-led housing program for Floridians that may not be eligible for the FEMA program. To watch the Governor’s full remarks, click here.
First Lady Casey DeSantis has worked to expand mental health in response to Hurricane Ian. State Disaster Recovery Mental Health Coordinator, Sara Newhouse, compiled a comprehensive webpage of resources to help navigate available resources for mental health needs post hurricane. To visit the site, click here.
To guide Floridians looking for their next-steps, FloridaStormRelief.com serves as a one-stop-shop to navigate all available assistance. Here you can find a check list for recovery following Hurricane Ian, resources for businesses, and ways to help Floridians impacted by Hurricane Ian.
Click Here to read the entire News Release. THERE ARE TONS OF LINKS AND RESOURCES!!!
Update: October 27, 2022
From the latest updates from the state to grants for rebuilding initiatives, we hope our resources can assist you in finding diaster relief aid, locating ways to volunteer or donate, and understanding how to reach out to other organizations for assistance. We will keep this page updated over the coming weeks, so please check back periodically. Click Here
Hurricane Ian Resources and Updates
Resources for Affected Veterinary Professionals & the Public
- Temporary Location Permits: The Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) is waiving the fee for veterinarians who need to relocate their business due to damage from Hurricane Ian. Additional details on eligibility are provided in the permit application. Visit myfloridalicense.com to start your application.
- SBA Disaster Loans: The U.S. Small Businesses Administration (SBA) is offering low-interest disaster loans to small businesses and nonprofit organizations to repair or replace disaster-damaged or destroyed real estate, machinery, equipment, inventory and other businesses assets. SBA also offers Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDLs) to help businesses meet working capital needs as a result of the hurricane. EIDLs are available regardless of whether the business suffered physical property damage. To apply for either loan, visit disasterloanassistance.sba.gov and apply under SBA declaration #17644.
- FEMA Disaster Relief Assistance: Call the FEMA Helpline at 1-800-621-3362 for details on how to apply for disaster assistance. Helpline services are available seven days a week from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. ET. You can also apply for FEMA aid online at www.DisasterAssistance.gov or www.fema.gov/disaster/hurricane-ian. Note that if you have insurance, you should file a claim with your insurance company immediately. FEMA assistance cannot aid with losses already covered by insurance.
AVMA Disaster Relief Grants: The AVMA offers disaster reimbursement grants through the American Veterinary Medical Foundation (AVMF). Grants up to $5,000 may be issued for out-of-pocket expenses incurred by veterinarians providing emergency veterinary medical care to animal victims of disasters, such as the cost of medical supplies purchased directly from a vendor. The eligible AVMA members can apply for assistance on AVMF.org.
Veterinarians and veterinary students who have experienced an emergency need for basic necessities due to a disaster may receive up to $2,000 for out-of-pocket expenses incurred immediately following the disaster. Eligibility criteria and detailed information on what expenses this grant may cover can be found on AVMF.org.
- Animal Assistance through the ASPCA: Residents of Lee county and the surrounding areas, including Fort Myers Beach, Fort Myers, Cape Coral, Bonita Springs & Villages of Estero, who want to report a lost animal sighting or need animal assistance (food, supplies or medical) can reach out to the ASPCA for help.
- Animal Assistance for Low-income Pet Owners: Pet owners who need assistance paying for emergency veterinary care can apply for financial assistance from Frankie’s Friends, a non-profit organization that provides financial assistance to low-income families. Hospital staff can also fill out an application on behalf of their clients. Visit www.frankiesfriends.org to apply.
- Hotline for Animal & Livestock in Need of Water: Call 1-863-990-0568 between 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. to request water for your livestock and animals in critical need. This water is not for human consumption. For human needs, call the State Assistance Information Line at 1-800-342-3557.
- USDA Hotline for Ag Producers: Call 1-877-508-8364 to report damage or loss, including livestock, poultry and other animals that were killed or severely injured by a natural disaster.
“The state’s relief fund effort, www.FloridaDisasterFund.org, has collected $20 million,
which the governor has said can be used to help residents recover what federal aid won’t cover.”
“It will help meet needs of people that will not be covered by FEMA,” DeSantis said Saturday.
The following counties were already included in the FEMA declaration: Orange, Osceola, Polk,
Seminole, Charlotte, Collier, DeSoto, Hardee, Hillsborough, Lee, Manatee, Pinellas, and Sarasota.”
https://news.yahoo.com/florida-gov-desantis-distributes-food-193935320.html?fr=sycsrp_catchall
GETTING HELP FOR FAMILY & FRIENDS
Go to https://missing.fl.gov/es for the form.
Tampa Bay Times
“Guthrie urged people who did not evacuate to complete a survey at Floridadisaster.org.
“This is primarily for those who did not evacuate so that we know where you’re at,’’ he said. As of Thursday,
more than 15,000 had filled out that form, Guthrie said.”
URGENT!!! If you are using a generator, remember they produce deadly carbon monoxide gas. NEVER operate one inside a home, garage, or enclosed space. ALWAYS keep it at least 20 feet from your home. And always direct exhaust AWAY from your home.
Update: October 12, 2022
Disaster Distress Helpline – 1-800-985-5990
The Disaster Distress Helpline is a 24/7, 365-day-a-year hotline offering counseling and support for people dealing with emotional distress related to natural or human-caused disasters. The hotline is multilingual and confidential.
How to get help in Central Florida after Hurricane Ian (clickorlando.com)
To apply for FEMA assistance, go to DisasterAssistance.gov, or call 800-621-FEMA (3362).
If you need a place to stay, contact the American Red Cross at 800-RED-CROSS (733-2767), or find an open shelter at RedCross.org.
October 4, 2022 Update
(usa.gov/hurricane-ian – en Español)
There are lots of links in these sections!!!
- Financial and Other Assistance
- Health and Safety
- Disability Services
- Military and Veterans
- Immigration
- Weather and Imagery
- Communications
- Business and Consumer Information
- Resources for Workers and Employers
- Federal Workforce
Update: October 12, 2022
Hurricane Ian Relief & Ways to Help (#FloridaStrong) from Authentic Florida
Hurricane Ian Resources – Florida Farm Bureau
In the event you need to file a claim, contact Florida Farm Bureau Insurance at 1-866-275-7322.
Agricultural Losses and Damages
Preliminary reports indicate catastrophic levels of flooding and wind damage to crops, livestock, structures and infrastructure throughout Florida due to Hurricane Ian. However, requests for data and verified information will be needed to inform relief efforts. Farmers and ranchers are encouraged to complete the assessment survey developed by the UF/IFAS Economic Impact Analysis Program to help assess the impacts of the storm.
Update October 13, 2022
Dialysis Providers Emergency Phone Numbers
- DaVita: 800.400.8331
- Fresenius: 800.626.1297
- DCI: 866.424.1990
- ARA: 888.880.6867
- Satellite: 855.396.2212
- US Renal Care: 866.671.8772
NATIONWIDE RESOURCES
Help when you need it.
- Website: helpwhenyouneedit.org
- Description: Nationwide listings of private and public resources. Search by zip code.
- Assists with: Food pantries, free clinics, and Stores that accept food stamps.
Aunt Bertha
- Website: Auntbertha.com
- Description: Nationwide listings of free or reduced-cost services.
- Assist with: Medical care, Food, Goods, Transportation, financial assistance, legal aid and Advocacy.
HUD Find Shelter Tool
- Website: https://www.hud.gov/findshelter
- Description: The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD) Find Shelter tool provides information about housing, shelter, health care, and clothing resources in communities across the country.
Click Here for more Nationwide Resources and Florida Local Resources
Rx Assist, Needy Meds, FEMA, United Way,
What’s open and where to get what you need
(Fort Myers, Estero, Naples, Port Charlotte, Punta Gorda, Cape Coral, Lehigh Acres)
Gas, supplies, Publix: What’s open Friday and where to get what you need after Hurricane Ian | Samantha Neely | Fort Myers News-Press (Updated 10/1/22)
Update: October 12, 2022
Hurricane Ian
SBA disaster assistance for homeowners, renters, nonprofits,
and businesses of all sizes affected by Hurricane Ian.
Miami Herald I can’t get to my home on Pine Island. But I can see the damage from Ian. Here’s how | Mimi Whitefield | Sat, October 1, 2022 at 8:56 AM
If you live in one of the hurricane-ravaged areas of Southwest Florida like I do, and haven’t been able to get to your property to survey the damage because of high water, washed-out roads or gaps in bridges, there is help.
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s National Geodetic Survey, whose mission is to survey the coastline and create nautical charts, is providing satellite images of hard-hit Southwest Florida coastal areas after Hurricane Ian swept through.
Go to ngs.noaa.gov, click on storm images and then click on Hurricane Ian (2022) to view an area that stretches from Marco Island on the south to Venice in the north. The images include views of storm-damaged areas in the Naples area, Fort Myers, Fort Myers Beach, Punta Gorda, Port Charlotte, and the barrier islands.
To view the NOAA images, click here
The island images for Sanibel, Captiva, and Pine Island to the north are especially interesting because these islands remain largely inaccessible to vehicles due to bridge and road damage.
The program is open to homeowners, as well as some renters.
The service is free and members of the Army Corps of Engineers will not solicit participants.
For more information, call the USACE at (888)-ROOF-BLU or (888) 766-3258 or visit the Operation Blue Roof website.
CHARLOTTE COUNTY, Fla. (Oct. 4, 2022) – Operation Blue Roof provides no-cost temporary repairs for roofs damaged by Hurricane Ian in Charlotte and Lee Counties. A temporary blue covering with fiber-reinforced sheeting will be installed to help reduce further damage to property until permanent repairs can be made. The free service for homeowners is being offered to those who live in Charlotte and Lee counties.
Signup must be done by Oct. 23 online at Blueroof.us or call 888-766-3258. Read more
Operation Blue Roof: What it is, how you can apply
UPDATE: October 7, 2022
Five counties are currently eligible:
- Lee
- Charlotte
- Sarasota
- Collier
- DeSoto
Operation Blue Roof protects property, reduces temporary housing costs, and allows residents to remain in their homes while recovering from the storm. Homes eligible for Operation Blue Roof include primary residences or a permanently occupied rental property with less than 50% structural damage, excluding vacation rental properties.
All storm debris must be removed for the roof to qualify. Roofs that are flat, metal, clay, slate, or asbestos tile do not qualify.
For more information, call 1-888-ROOF-BLU or visit the Army Corps of Engineers website.
Charlotte County
CHARLOTTE COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT https://www.facebook.com/oemcharlottecounty
Follow Charlotte County Emergency Management important emergency information at www.charlottecountyfl.gov, www.facebook.com/oemcharlottecounty, and www.twitter.com/ccoem.
Charlotte County Call Center hours are 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. The call center provides citizens with current, up-to-date Hurricane Ian information and resources.
You can reach Charlotte County Emergency Operations Center by calling 941-833-4000 or 941-743-1320. Those with internet access can find information on resources at www.charlottecountyfl.gov/ian
Distribution Sites: Port Charlotte & Punta Gorda
Charlotte Sports Park
2300 El Jobean Rd, Port Charlotte 8am-6pm
Food & Water distributed as available.
Muscle Car City Museum
10175 Tamiani Trail, Punta Gorda 8am-6pm
Food, water & tarps distributed as available.
FLORIDA POWER & LIGHT UPDATES
You can find updates regarding FPL by visiting FPL’s Storm Center: www.fpl.com/storm
Keep track of outages with FPL Power Tracker: www.fpl.com/powertracker
CHARLOTTE COUNTY, Fla. (Oct. 4, 2022) – Operation Blue Roof provides no-cost temporary repairs for roofs damaged by Hurricane Ian in Charlotte and Lee Counties. A temporary blue covering with fiber-reinforced sheeting will be installed to help reduce further damage to property until permanent repairs can be made. The free service for homeowners is being offered to those who live in Charlotte and Lee counties.
Signup must be done by Oct. 23 online at Blueroof.us or call 888-766-3258. Read more
BOIL WATER NOTICE FOR ALL CHARLOTTE COUNTY UTILITIES CUSTOMERS
BUILDING DEPARTMENT STORM DAMAGE GUIDELINES
LOW PRESSURE SEWER INFORMATION
FREE Disaster Cleanup Assistance https://www.charlottecountyfl.gov/news/free-disaster-cleanup-assistance-available.stml
All services are free, but service is not guaranteed due to overwhelming need. The 1-800-451-1954 hotline will remain open through Friday, Oct. 28, 2022.
Collier County
Collier County Emergency Contacts
Collier County Emergency Management – Hurricane Ian Recovery Resources
FOOD
Dinner by Naples Alliance Church | Naples Alliance Church – 2504 Estey Ave. Naples, FL | From 6 pm to 7 pm
Food Pantry by Meals of Hope
Lely Presbyterian Church – 110 St. Andrews Blvd. 34113 from 3pm to 5 pm
Big Corkscrew – 810 29th Ave. NE 34120 from 3pm to 5 pm
Meals by Meals of Hope
McLeod Park, Everglades City – McLeod Park – Copeland Ave & Hibiscus St W from 4 pm until OUT
East River Park – 301 11th St N, Naples, FL 34102 from 4 pm until OUT
MREs/Water by The Masonic Lodge 293
Masonic Lodge – 5850 Trail Blvd, Naples, FL 34108 from 9 am to 6 pm
Hot Meals Delivery by Red Cross Delivery from First Baptist/Meals of Hope
Delivery TBD | Location TBD | Time TBD
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CHILDCARE
Free Childcare at The Naples Player | Location: The Naples Player -701 5th Avenue South, Naples, Florida 34102 | From 8 am to 6 pm
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MAP of Collier County Gas Stations with Generators
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Residents may check the current status of boil water notices on the Water Outage and Boil Water map at colliercountyfl.gov/boilwatermapp.
Residents with questions about their water service may call Customer Service at 239-252-2380 or the Collier Information Hotline by dialing 311 within Collier County or 239-252-8444. Information can also be found at www.colliercountyfl.gov and social media channels including facebook.com/CollierGov and twitter.com/CollierGov.
DeSoto County
HURRICANE IAN UPDATES
Questions? Call DeSoto County Emergency Management Information Hotline at 863-993-4831
NON-Emergency Rescues – If you need help out of your home due to flooding or rising waters, CALL 863-993-4831. The EOC call center will add you to the list of rescues.
For all emergencies call 911.
Hurricane Ian Updates regarding Gas, Food-Water-Ice, etc
DeSoto County Emergency Management (includes Debris Management)
The TURNER CENTER is OPEN for a SHELTER for residents. If you need a safe place, it’s available.
It’s VERY COLD, please bring blankets! Bring food and drink for your family. Pets are acceptable in crates.
South Florida State College is open for Special Needs.
Questions? Call 863-993-4831
CURFEW IN EFFECT UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
A curfew has been established for DeSoto County from dusk to dawn — 9 p.m. to 6 a.m. — until further notice. “This is for our residents’ safety,” said County Administrator Mandy Hines. “We have resources coming in, please be patient. We are resilient.”
WELLNESS CHECKS
We know that many people are worried about family members and friends who now cannot be reached in DeSoto County from Hurricane Ian.
The major reason for not being able to reach people is the lack of communication capability as many areas are without internet or cell/phone service. Crews are working on getting these services back online as quickly as possible.
Search and rescue teams have been going door-to-door in the hardest hit areas. Public safety and the Sheriff’s Department personnel have helped break through the debris and assist in the search.
If you are worried about a family or friend please call 863-993-4700.
Hardee County
Hillsborough County
October 8, 2022 (Fort Myers News – Press)
What you still need to know about curfew, boiing water, etc.
Hurricane Ian aftermath information: Get the latest Lee County updates (news-press.com)
Lee County
LEE COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
WATERBORNE EVACUATION OFF THE ISLANDS (SANIBEL & PINE ISLAND)
Area Agencies
Lee County Public Safety/Emergency Management
Florida Department of Health – Lee County
South Florida Water Management District
Florida Division of Emergency Management
Residents are encouraged to visit facebook.com/leecountyflbocc or leegov.com/storm for updates.
Bonita Springs – The city also will post updates to the city Facebook page and the city’s website.
Lee County is working with its partners to establish Points of Distribution for free food and water. Those sites will be announced Friday afternoon and will be located throughout the county.
Lee County shelter operations continue and shelter capacity will be maintained. If your home was impacted by the storm and you need shelter, you can still go. Check leegov.com/storm for updates on shelter locations.
SHELTERS THAT ARE OPEN
South Fort Myers High School | 14020 Plantation Road | Fort Myers, FL 33912
Estero Recreation Center | 9200 Corkscrew Palms Blvd | Estero, FL 33928
Hertz Arena | 11000 Everblades Pkwy | Estero, FL 33928
Island Coast High School 2125 DeNavarra Pkwy | Cape Coral, FL 33909
https://www.leegov.com/publicsafety/emergencymanagement/shelters/publicshelters
FREE FOOD, WATER & ICE
- Old Bonita Library, 26876 Pine Ave.
- Kelly Road Soccer Complex, 10750 Kelly Road
- Cape Coral Sports Complex, 1410 Sports Blvd.
- Cape Coral Leonard Street, 4820 Leonard St.
- Estero High School Ballfield Park, 9100 Williams Road
- North Fort Myers Recreation Center, 2000 N. Recreation Park Way
- Fleamasters Fleamarket, 4135 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.
- Veterans Park Recreation Center, 55 Homestead Road S.
Free Food & Water:
Lee County – along with state and federal partners – have opened 8 Points of Distribution (PODs) today for hurricane-impacted residents who need food and water. Click here to find a location near you.
Emergency Management and its partners are bringing in additional food and water supplies. Remember we are still under a countywide boil water advisory. If you cannot boil water due to lack of power, use bottled or purify your water first.
Shelters:
Lee County is consolidating its shelter operations today to adjust for the shelter population. The remaining shelters still have space for people in need. Shelters will stay open for those with flooding or structural damage. Click here to see available shelters.
Debris Pickup:
CHARLOTTE COUNTY, Fla. (Oct. 4, 2022) – Operation Blue Roof provides no-cost temporary repairs for roofs damaged by Hurricane Ian in Charlotte and Lee Counties. A temporary blue covering with fiber-reinforced sheeting will be installed to help reduce further damage to property until permanent repairs can be made. The free service for homeowners is being offered to those who live in Charlotte and Lee counties.
Signup must be done by Oct. 23 online at Blueroof.us or call 888-766-3258. Read more
From Facebook page, Sunday Oct 2, 2022:
For more information, click here: https://bit.ly/3CrqILx
What’s open and where to get what you need
(Fort Myers, Estero, Naples, Port Charlotte, Punta Gorda, Cape Coral, Lehigh Acres)
Gas, supplies, Publix: What’s open Friday and where to get what you need after Hurricane Ian | Samantha Neely | Fort Myers News-Press (Updated 10/1/22)
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Hurricane Ian Recovery Resources
Resources to Help Your Business Get Back on Its Feet | Transitional Sheltering | Reemployment Assistance & Disaster Unemployment Assistance | Free Legal Help | Veterinary Assistance | Flood Insurance Waivers | Mail Pickup | Finding a Place to Live | Family Resources and Support | and MUCH MORE!!!
Orange County
Orange County Emergency Services [Recovery | Assistance | Information]
Osceola County
Pinellas County
Polk County
Sarasota County-Manatee County
Sarasota County Emergency Management – Hurricane Ian Recovery Services [FOOD & WATER | FEMA ASSISTANCE | COUNTY SERVICES]
YMCA in VENICE is allowing people to shower and charge phones, etc. WITH NO MEMBERSHIP REQUIRED!!
Seminole County
Tampa Bay Times
WHEN THE STORM HAS PASSED. NOW WHAT? Safety Tips for returning Home.
POST-STORM QUESTIONS: After Hurricane Ian, how to get help with fallen trees, food, damaged shelter.
WEATHER EFFECTS: Hurricane Ian was supposed to slam Tampa Bay head on. What happened?
WHAT TO DO IF HURRICANE DAMAGES YOUR HOME: Stay calm, then call your insurance company.
SCHOOLS: Will schools reopen quickly after Hurricane Ian passes? It depends.
SELF-CARE: Protect your mental health during a hurricane.
IT’S STORM SEASON: Get ready and stay informed at tampabay.com/hurricane.
After October 31, 2022, all of these Resources can only be found on the Read More page.
UPDATED OCTOBER 27, 2022.
We will continue to update frequently.