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Hurricane Information Martin County

Be prepared. We encourage all individuals, families, organizations, and businesses to take stock, plan and get prepared.  

Before, During, and After 211 HelpLine provides the most up-to-date information on services for your everyday needs and in times of crisis.  

Call 2-1-1 or (866) 882-2991

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Information will update continually when a named storm has a chance of impact, please check frequently.

Although every effort has been made to provide complete and accurate information, 211 Palm Beach and Treasure Coast makes no guarantees, express or implied for any error or omissions of the resources contained on the hurricane web pages.

211 - partners with emergency management services and local agencies in Palm Beach and the Treasure Coast to get you the information needed to prepare, endure, and recover from adverse events. If you see any need for additions, deletions, or corrections, please email: 211Disaster@211pbtc.org

If you are experiencing any urgent mental or medical emergency, please don’t hesitate to call 911.

 

Storm Preparation Martin County

Alert Martin

Residents are also urged to sign-up to receive important public safety messages, evacuation notices and other timely warnings by phone, text, and/or email via the AlertMartin Emergency Alert System.

Community Information Center

Residents can call (772) 287-1652, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Radio Broadcast

During a declared emergency, Martin County-specific information is available by tuning to WQCS-88.9 FM at 9 a.m., 1 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Residents can also tune to MCTV on Comcast Channel 20 and U-verse Channel 99 for local information.

 
 

Shelters and Evacuation Martin County

Residents are strongly urged to shelter in place if safe to do so. It is safer at home.

Click here for more info:  https://www.martin.fl.us/Shelters

For questions regarding general emergency shelters in Martin County, please call Martin County Emergency Management at (772) 287-1652

 

SHELTER OPENINGS

  • Willoughby Learning Center (Pet-friendly)-Address: 5150 SE Willoughby Blvd, Stuart, FL 34997

  • Jensen Beach High School Address: 2875 NW Goldenrod Rd, Jensen Beach, FL 34957

  • Anderson Middle School (Special needs) Address: 7000 SE Atlantic Ridge Dr, Stuart, FL 34997

  • Warfield Elementary School Address: 15260 SW 150th St, Indiantown, FL 34956

  • Port Salerno Elementary School Address: 3260 SE Lionel Terrace, Stuart, FL 34997

 

For more information on shelters, please visit: www.martin.fl.us/Shelters

Find your evacuation zone: www.martin.fl.us/EvacuationZones

What to bring to the Shelter

  • Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) (i.e., Facial coverings, gloves, and hand sanitizer)

  • Three-day supply of water per person (i.e., three-gallons per person).

  • Prescription and emergency medications; you must be able to take all medications by yourself.

  • Special-diet foods (e.g., snacks and juices for those with dietary restrictions or allergies).

  • Basic snacks.

  • Bedding materials (e.g., pillows, blankets, sleeping bags, cots, air mattresses, etc.).

  • Comfortable clothing (at least two changes).

  • Collapsible/folding beach chair or camp chair.

  • Baby food, formula, bottles, diapers, blankets, & clothes.

  • Flashlight, extra batteries.

  • Cellphone, with a battery-operated charger.

  • Radio with extra batteries and headphones.

  • Important documents (identification, medical records, insurance information, deeds or leases, birth certificates and utility bills showing your home address).

  • Photocopies of valuable documents.

  • Eyeglasses, hearing aids, dentures.

  • Toiletries and personal hygiene items.

  • Quiet games, books, playing cards, favorite toys, or other items for entertainment.

  • Special items for family members who are elderly or disabled.

  • Chargers/cables for any electronic devices you bring - electrical outlets are limited.

 
 

Food & Water Martin County

 
 

Utilities Martin County

Florida Power & Light
800-226-3545

Martin County Utilities and Solid Waste
772-221-1434

 

For Waste Management service updates, visit https://www.wmfloridastorm.com

 
 
 
 

Pet Safety Martin County

Martin County's Designated Domestic Pet Shelter
https://hstc1.org/Disaster-Preparedness

 
 

 Physical & Mental Health Martin County

NAMI Martin County
https://namimartincounty.org/resources/

211 staff are available if you are feeling overwhelmed and need to talk, Dial 2-1-1 or Text your zip code to 898211

 
 

 Education & Schools Martin County

Martin County School District
https://www.martinschools.org/

 
 

 Small Business Assistance Martin County

Small Business Association
https://www.sba.gov/

Insurance Information

When a tropical storm or hurricane is projected to hit our state, the Florida Department of Financial Services activates a special consumer helpline for Floridians to seek assistance on insurance matters. The number is 1-800-22-STORM, or 1-800-227-8676. Hearing-impaired residents may use a TDD to call 1-800-640-0886.

SBA Disaster Loan Assistance Public Notice

The U.S. Small Business Administration announced that Indian River County has been approved for SBA Disaster Loan Assistance. The SBA offers disaster assistance in the form of low interest loans to businesses, nonprofit organizations, homeowners, and renters located in regions affected by declared disasters.  SBA also provides eligible small businesses and nonprofit organizations with working capital to help overcome the economic injury associated with a declared disaster.

Indian River County has been approved for Economic Injury Loans Only. See the attached FL 17644 Disaster Declaration Amendment.  This approval does not include Physical Damage and Economic Injury Loans.  See attached FL 17644 Disaster Declaration Amendment #2.

 
 

Transportation Martin County

MARTY Bus
For current information, visit the website.

Please listen to your local authorities regarding bridge and road closures.

 
 

Local Government Offices Martin County

Martin County Emergency Management
For more information, visit the website.
Martin County Emergency Management at (772) 287-1652

Martin County's Community Information Center
Residents can call 772-287-1652, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Answers to many questions can also be found on our website.

Martin County Fire Rescue Emergency Management 
Visit the website or call 772-287-1652 for more information
Constitutional Government Offices

Beaches, Libraries, Parks & Recreation
For information on county facilities and beaches, click here.

 
 

Volunteer Opportunities Martin County

Volunteer Florida
www.volunteerflorida.org

 
 

 Before, During and After: 211 Helpline provides information on services for your everyday needs and in times of crisis. Call 2-1-1 or (866) 882-2991

211 Helpline - partners with emergency management services and local agencies in Palm Beach and the Treasure Coast to get you the information needed to prepare, endure, and recover from adverse events.      

Be prepared. We encourage all individuals, families, organizations and businesses to take stock, plan and get prepared.  

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