Hurricane Ian, an extremely dangerous Category 4 storm, has the potential to bring deadly storm surge, catastrophic winds and flooding to the Florida peninsula, according to the National Hurricane Center.
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has declared a nationwide state of emergency to give local authorities enough time, resources and flexibility to prepare. President Joe Biden has also declared a state of emergency for Florida, authorizing the Department of Homeland Security and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to coordinate disaster relief efforts and help protection of life and property.
We urge our members who are currently in Florida to obey the advice and instructions of local authorities. Florida snowbirds will find up-to-date information at www.floridadisaster.org.
The Canadian Snowbird Association has prepared a checklist of key things to remember before and after the storm: CSA Checklist — Hurricanes. This list includes tips and contact information for Florida State emergency services.
