Last Updated on October 12, 2022
Florida might be known as the Sunshine State, but it is also the lightning capital of the United States. Underlying dry conditions along with high temperatures and thunderstorms have the potential to spark wildfires in Florida.
Preparing for Wildfires in Florida
Wildfires in Florida occur at all times of the year. In the event that you need to leave in a hurry due to a Florida wildfire, an emergency supply kit can save your life and property.
Keep your emergency supply kit in an area that is easily accessible and ready to go if you need to evacuate.
Emergency Supply Kit Checklist
- Follow local Emergency Management officials to stay up to date on when (and how) to evacuate successfully.
- A seven-day supply of prescriptions or special medications
- Cell phone with wall and car chargers
- Extra set of car keys, credit cards, cash, or traveler’s checks
- Copies of important documents (birth certificates, passports, proof of address, medical information, etc.)
- External hard drive or USB with personal computer information and files
- Inventory of home contents. Consider making a list, utilizing a home-inventory app on your phone, or videotaping prior to an emergency.
For more information on emergency supplies, visit FloridaDisaster.org.
Get Current Florida Wildfire Conditions
This website link is designed to provide you with the most current information available regarding wildfires in Florida: https://www.fdacs.gov/Forest-Wildfire/Wildland-Fire/Current-Wildfire-Conditions
Recreational Drones
Do not fly recreational drones near wildfires.
- Flying recreational drones over or near wildfires could cause injury or death to firefighters and hamper the effectiveness of wildfire suppression operations.
- Individuals who interfere with wildfire suppression efforts may be subject to civil penalties and criminal prosecution.
To report a fire or suspicious smoke, call 911 or your local Florida Forest Service dispatch office.
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