Hurricane Preparedness

Evacuation Zones

Shelters Open

Announced Evacuations

Evacuation

Evacuating means to leave the area or go to a safer, approved location such as with family or friends, a hotel, or a shelter.

Evacuate if you:

• Live in an evacuation zone
• Live in a mobile/manufactured home or RV
• Are medically vulnerable or rely on medical equipment requiring power
• Are in a flood-prone or storm surge area
• Do not feel safe staying in your home

Shelter-in-Place

Sheltering-in-place means to stay home and remain indoors for safety; prepare before conditions worsens.

Shelter-in-Place if you meet all these conditions:

• Are outside of evacuation zones
• Live in a well-built, secure home
• Can safely remain and are prepared with supplies
• Have the ability to stay informed

Shelter-in-place if conditions are unsafe to evacuate

• National Hurricane Center
• Fox 4 News
• WINK News
• Gulf Coast News

Radio Stations

List of press releases.

Radio Stations

If you cannot get in touch with a loved one after [Incident Name] has passed/occurred, please fill out the form below to request a wellness check for Cape Coral residents

Important: This form is for emergencies after the incident and is not a substitute for checking on your loved ones before the incident. Wellness checks will be held after impact and sustained winds (when applicable) diminish to allow for operational response.

For emergencies, call 911. For non-emergencies call 239-574-3223

List of the resources available.

Proper Debris Separation

View a diagram of debris removal guidelines

The City of Cape Coral reminds residents to pull permits for work on their homes to repair storm damage caused by [Hurricane Name]. Permits are required per Florida state law to ensure all work meets Florida Code standards.

The permitting counter at Cape Coral City Hall, located at 1015 Cultural Park Blvd., Cape Coral, Fl 33990, is open Monday through Thursday from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. to assist property owners with applying for permits. The city will additional staff available at the counter and responding to email and phone inquiries to assist residents, business owners, and contractors.

Due to the impact of [Hurricane Name], permitting counter appointments are not required until further notice. However, appointments are recommended to allow residents to avoid wait times at the counter. Appointments can be made at www.capecoral.gov/gless

Residents acting as their own contractors can submit permit applications at the permitting counter work at their primary residence but must bring a photo ID that matches the property address being repaired.

Hired contractors must continue using the existing electronic permitting portal at www.capecoral.gov/energov

List of recovery resources after the incident.

Common questions from 311 or other platforms

Answer to question