Emergency Management
Stay informed, stay safe during Florida storms with weather radios
When storms impact Florida, staying informed could be the difference between staying safe and being caught off guard.
While smartphones, social media and TVs are useful tools, they’ re not foolproof, especially during hurricanes, tropical storms or widespread power outages.
That’ s where the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration( NOAA) weather radios come in. A weather radio is a vital piece of emergency equipment that no Florida home should be without.
What is a NOAA weather radio? A NOAA weather radio is a battery-powered or hand-crank radio that provides 24 / 7 continuous broadcasts of weather information, including:
• Warnings for hurricanes, tornadoes, tropical storms and flooding
• Evacuation notices
• Amber Alerts and civil emergencies
Most models feature a loud alarm that goes off automatically when severe weather is approaching, even if you’ re asleep or have no internet / cell service.
Why weather radios still matter in smartphone era
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