Broward County is Under a Tropical Storm Warning

Broward County is currently under a Tropical Storm Warning. The Broward County Emergency Operations Center is 

closely monitoring Tropical Storm Isaac and will advise residents of protective actions to take as conditions warrant. Broward residents are urged to closely monitor media reports for updates from Emergency Management officials.  The Broward County Hotline will be activated at 11:00 a.m. today. Residents, visitors and businesses can call 3-1-1 or954-831-4000 for tropical storm preparedness information and for information regarding advisories from the Emergency Operations Center. Residents should complete their preparations as early as possible as weather conditions are expected to deteriorate beginning Sunday morning. Tropical storm conditions are expected at approximately 11 a.m. Sunday and will continue for approximately 24 hours. Sustained winds of 34-45 miles per hours with gusts up to 60 miles per hour are expected across Broward County. There is the potential for tornados, and moderate coastal and inland flooding. Broward County Transit is continuing to operate on its normal schedule today. If you are traveling, please check with your airline or cruise line for up to date information. Broward County Public Schools is expected to make a decision regarding school on Monday later today. Residents are reminded that the "cone" depicted in National Weather Service advisories is not an indication of the areas where tropical storm impacts may be experienced. Tropical storm force winds are expected up to 200 miles from the center of the storm. Recommended Preparedness Activities Beginning at 11 a.m. today, call the Broward County Emergency Hotline at 311 in Broward or 954-831-4000 for information on tropical storm and hurricane preparedness. Check your emergency kit supplies. You should have sufficient food, water and other supplies to sustain yourself and your family for three to five days. Include any special items needed for elderly family members, infants, children, and pets. Verify that your generators and other emergency equipment are operating properly. Assess your home for vulnerabilities in the event protective actions are required, but do not trim trees and vegetation at this time. Keep gas in your car and have a supply of gas for your generator. Have cash on hand in case of power outages. Refill important medications. If you have travel plans, check with your airline or cruise line for up to date information. Stay Informed Residents and businesses are encouraged to monitor media for up-to-the-minute information and public safety advisories. There are a number of ways to “stay connected” and receive important information from the Broward County Emergency Operations Center before, during and after an emergency event, including news about hurricane watches and warnings, evacuation orders, recommended protective actions and other related public safety information.   Follow Broward County on Twitter.com/ReadyBroward Subscribe to Broward County Emergency Updates via email “Like” us on Facebook.com/BrowardEMD Visit broward.org/hurricane for more information and an extensive A-Z Hurricane Guide to Preparedness.

MEDIA CONTACT: Judy Sarver, Director Office of Public Communications PHONE: 954-357-6931 EMAIL: jsarver@broward.org