Whew. If last year’s hurricane season felt like a never-ending stress test, you’re not alone. The winds have calmed (for now), but just as we’ve finally unclenched our shoulders, the next storm season is already knocking.
So here’s the question: Were you actually prepared last year—or just hoping for the best with a flashlight and three granola bars?
Now is the time to level up your hurricane prep game. Because in Pinellas County, storms don’t politely RSVP—they show up, uninvited, and often leave a mess. Let’s not get caught off guard this time.
Here’s your quick (and slightly uncomfortable) hurricane reality check:
- Do you know your flood zone?
- Do you know where you’d evacuate to, if needed?
- Got a fully stocked hurricane kit—or just a half-used candle and expired batteries?
- Have a plan for your pets if evacuation is necessary?
- Caring for someone with special needs? Know which local shelters are equipped to support them?
- Are your homeowners and car insurance documents current and accessible?
- Need transportation to a shelter? Find out now—not while winds are hitting 50 mph.
The time to prep is before the radar lights up. Make your plan, build your kit, talk with your family, and bookmark local emergency resources.
Let’s go into this hurricane season with less panic and more power (portable and emotional). Your future self will thank you—from somewhere safe and well-prepared.