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Tropical storms and hurricanes are common in Florida and begins June 1 and ends November 30.
These storms impacting the Winter Garden area directly are low, but it is smart to be prepared as storms can change quickly and bring hazards in many forms. Staying up to date and informed is critical in making decisions to protect your family and home.
Pick a news station that you find most reliable to provide you information to make smart decisions. You can also download the OCFL Alert app to be notified on your mobile.

TYPES OF STORMS
Although Winter Garden is not along the coast and not in any major evacuation zones, check your home location to see if you are susceptible to flooding. If you plan to evacuate, know what city you are going to and where you will be staying.
Know the difference between depressions, storms, and hurricanes.
Tropical Depression
Maximum sustained winds below 39 mph
Tropical Storm
Maximum sustained winds below 73 mph
Hurricane
Sustained winds above 75 mph

Category 1
74 - 95 mph

Category 2
96 - 110 mph

Category 3
111 - 129 mph

Category 4
130 - 156 mph

Category 5
157 mph & Up

Hurricane Safety Procedures
Early preparations and understanding risks are key to being hurricane resilient. It’s easy to push off getting prepared during the summer months when you’re enjoying the beach. But don’t wait!

Prepare Your Pets
Pets are important to your family, they need to be included in your family’s emergency plan.

Free Sandbag Pick Up For Winter Garden Residents
The City will have free, ready-made sandbags in limited quantities available for easy pick up exclusively for Winter Garden residents. Please see details below.
Daily Schedule:
• Saturday, September 24: 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
• Sunday, September 25: Closed for Sandbag assembly
• Monday, September 26: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
• Tuesday, September 27: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
• Wednesday, September 28: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
• Additional dates to be determined.
Location: Public Services Complex, 880 W. Bay Street, Winter Garden, FL 34787
Required: Bring ID/proof of Winter Garden residency
Maximum number of bags per household: 10
Cost: Free
This is a drive-up location and preassembled bags will be placed in resident’s vehicle.
For further information, call 407.656.4111.

Pet Friendly Hotels
Search for hotels that are pet friendly and will provide an amazing experience for you and your pets.

Self-Serve Sandbag Program
To help residents prepare for the peak of hurricane season, Orange County Government is hosting its free, Self-Serve Sandbag Program at five Parks and Recreation sites across the county.

Basic Supply List
This list is based off FEMA’s Emergency Supply List. Be Prepared for any situation.
Local Businesses that have the items you need

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Target
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Lowe's
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Petsmart
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Staples
IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS
Emergencies call 911
Non-Emergency Information
Social Service and Mental Health
211
For Utility Outages:
Duke Energy: 1-800-228-8485
Apopka Gas emergency: 1-800-542-3344
Orange County Utilities: 407-836-5515
FEMA: 1-800-621-3362
Traffic: 511