As Hurricane Irma nears Florida, many residents are taking every precaution to help them prepare for the potential impact the storm may have. Saving emergency phone numbers is one way to make sure you're ready.
The State of Florida Emergency Hotline has been activated 24/7. For up to date information regarding Hurricane Irma, call 1-800-342-3557.
In order to find a hurricane shelter close to you, you can text the word "shelter" and your zip code to the number 4-F-E-M-A or 4-3-3-6-2.
Text FLPREPARES to 888777 to receive updates from the Florida Division of Emergency Management.
Before you go to a shelter, always check with your local emergency management agency to make sure it's not full.
Note: Texting FEMA is not a substitute for calling 911.
If you would like to report price gouging, call 1-866-966-7226.
Charlotte County emergency hotline: (941) 833-4000 or dial 211. Englewood residents should dial 697-4308 and select option 8 for 211.
Additional emergency numbers include:
- Florida Emergency Information: 1-800-342-3557
- Emergency referral line: 211
- FEMA Registration: 800-621-3362 | 800-462-7585
- Florida Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services: 800-435-7352
- Elder Affairs: 800-963-5337
- Florida Insurance Claim Hotline: 800-277-8676
- Unemployment Claims Emergency Hotline: 800-204-2418
Insurance Hotlines:
- State Farm: 800-732-5246
- Allstate: 800-547-8676
- Citizens: 866-411-2742
- Nationwide: 800-421-3535
- USAA (Military): 800-531-8222
