Make A Plan

Plan Ahead - Don't Wait 

When creating an emergency plan, assess your risks and consider how you’ll respond before, during, and after a hazard. Planning ahead gives you the best chance to stay safe and recover quickly.

Ask yourself:

  • Is my home prone to flooding?
  • Do I rely on medical oxygen?
  • Do I have young children, a disability, or special needs?
  • Do I own pets or livestock?
  • Do I have access to transportation?
  • If evacuated, where will I go and how will I get there?
  • Do I need help evacuating?
  • Do I have a family meeting place?
  • Do I have more than one escape route?

Plan for Communication:
Disasters can strike anytime. If separated from relatives/friends during an emergency, staying in touch is critical. Create a family communication plan with:

  • Designated meeting points
  • Emergency contact numbers (including an out-of-area contact)
  • Alternative ways to check in (texts, public alerts)
  • Contact lists for workplaces, schools, doctors, and caregivers
  • Plans to check in on neighbors and relatives when safe

Prepare Your Home and Property:

Inside:

  • Review insurance policies
  • Document home or business contents
  • Install storm shutters or protect windows and doors
  • Reinforce garage and entry doors

Outside:

  • Secure important contact lists
  • Know where you’ll go if you evacuate
  • Plan for animals and anyone needing assistance

Having a solid plan brings peace of mind and helps ensure your family stays connected and safe in a crisis.

Hazards in Flagler County

Know your hazards and take action! Each hazard listed below is clickable and links directly to resources with more information about that specific threat.

Hurricanes & Tropical Storms  Tornadoes
Severe Thunderstorms  Storm Surges
Flooding  Rip Currents
Extreme Temperatures  Wildfires

Create a Family Communications Plan(PDF, 282KB)

Property Preparedness

Plan Ahead. Stay Protected.
Whether you own a home, business, boat, or animals, preparing in advance helps reduce risk and damage during emergencies.

To learn more about these topics, read pages 19–21 of our Disaster Preparedness Guide:

  • Home & Business Preparation
    Learn how to secure windows, reinforce structures, relocate valuables, and safely shut off utilities.
  • Pool Safety
    Understand best practices for managing your pool and equipment before a storm.
  • Yard Debris
    Know how and when to dispose of or secure yard waste to prevent flying hazards.
  • Boat Preparedness
    Discover how to properly secure your boat and what actions to take before a storm hits.
  • Livestock & Large Animals
    Get evacuation and care guidance to keep animals safe during emergencies.
  • PEP Tank Users (Palm Coast)
    Learn how PEP systems work during power outages and how to manage water usage.
  • Stormwater Drainage & Swales
    Understand how swales function and what to expect during heavy rainfall.

Explore these topics in detail by viewing our full Emergency Preparedness Guide(PDF, 16MB) (pages 18–20).

 

 

 

 

 

 

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