Hurricane Milton

We continue to work with federal, state and local partners to evaluate recovery needs from Milton.

Federal disaster assistance is available to the state of Florida to help jumpstart recovery efforts.

You can apply for assistance in three ways:

• online by visiting 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.
• download the FEMA app

Misinformation and rumors can spread quickly after a disaster. Keep your community safe by being aware of common rumors about Hurricane Milton.

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• Florida Hurricane Milton Disaster Page
• Hurricane Milton Updates
• FloridaDisaster.org
• Florida Shelters
• FL211.org or call 211

Safety is the number one priority after any storm. Be careful in areas with damage, flooding and power outages.

• Avoid wading or driving through floodwaters inside, outside and around your home.
• Use generators safely – keep them outside and far away from your home.
• Clean up safely – wear protective clothing and gear, use a mask and ask for help moving heavy debris.

After a disaster, the cleanup process will be crucial for a successful recovery. Check out these tips to ensure a successful cleanup, whether you’re a homeowner or a business owner.

• Volunteer to help. Sign up to volunteer with a reputable group or organization. Do not go by yourself to a disaster area. Look up volunteer opportunities on the National Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster website. 
• Cash is the best donation. It’s important to donate responsibly. When people support voluntary organizations with financial contributions, it helps ensure a steady flow of important services to the people in need after a disaster.
• Identify what is needed. Before donating supplies connect with organizations working in the affected area to find out how much is needed and when it is needed.

Be aware of scam artists and identity thieves who are attempting to take advantage of survivors. Watch for and report any suspicious activity, or anything that just doesn’t seem right to you. Visit Disaster Fraud or CISA Warns of Hurricane-Related Scams to learn more.

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If you need help reconnecting with loved ones missing after the hurricane:

• Visit the Red Cross website
• Call 800-733-2767 and provide as much details as possible to help operators locate loved ones.

Images and Videos

View Hurricane Milton images and videos to see how FEMA and federal partners are supporting on the ground.

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