Hernando County, FL
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Emergency Management
18900 Cortez Blvd.
Brooksville, FL 34601
Phone (352) 754-4083
Fax (352) 754-4090
Recorded Message Line (352) 754-4111
Shelter Information
Hernando County Emergency Management continues to monitor Hurricane Helene. Mandatory evacuation orders have been announced beginning Wednesday, September 25, 2024 at 8am.
The Enrichment Center located at 800 John Gary Grubbs Blvd., Brooksville, FL 34601 will open at 12pm today and remain open tonight for any citizens who have been impacted by Hurricane Helene. Residents returning to their homes that have storm damage and are looking for a place to stay tonight can utilize the shelter.
- Enrichment Center 800 John Gary Grubbs Blvd., Brooksville, FL 34601
- General Population
- Pet Friendly
- To make arrangements for special needs, please call the Public Information Center (PIC) at 352-754-4083. Operating 9/28 from 7am-7pm and 9/29 from 9am-5pm.
*If you are needing the Special Needs Shelter and have a pet, transportation from either your house or shelter location for your pet is done through Animal Control with Hernando County Sheriff’s Office. Please call Hernando County Public Information Center (PIC) at 352-754-4083 to arrange pick up.
- Bring your own appropriately sized crate (County resources are limited)
- Bring all your dogs required medications
- Bring several days’ worth of your animals’ food
- Ensure your dog is current on all vaccinations
- Bring your own leash and collar. Ensure your dog is trained to walk on a leash
- Bring any toys and/or bedding that will make your animal comfortable.
- If your animal is fearful or shy, bring sheets to cover the crate while still allowing airflow.
- If you bring a crate place something unique on it to distinguish it from others.
- Understand that your animal will not be housed in the same section as you; however, you will have access to your animal.
- Do not buy different snacks or food for the animal that they are not accustomed to, this will often cause the animals to have digestive issues; particularly when they are already stressed.
- If your animal has any propensity to bite animals or humans, please obtain and utilize a muzzle.
- Bring spray cleaner, paper towels etc., to be able to clean your animal’s crate.
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Emergency shelters help communities provide a safe and secure place for individuals and families to stay before, during and after a disaster.
What to Expect
Shelters are typically schools or community centers that provide a large hardened area inside a sturdy building. Shelters may be crowded, noisy and uncomfortable, with very little privacy. Shelter volunteers do their best to make you safe and secure. Staying with friends or family may be a more comfortable alternative.What You Need to Know
- There is roughly 20 square feet of personal space per person. That is about 3.5 feet wide and 6 feet long
- You will be asked to show identification when you arrive
- Shelters are usually school gyms. Bring an inflatable mattress or mat, otherwise you will be sleeping or sitting on the floor
- Cots are not provided
- Eat before you arrive. Food may or may not be immediately available
- Doors will close when winds reach sustained speeds of 40 mph
- Shelters may lose electricity. Bring a hand fan or battery operated fan, and a flashlight with batteries
- If you are sheltering with your pet, you must go to a pet-friendly designated shelter. Remember to bring a crate, vaccination records, collar with name and contact number, food and water
What To Bring
- Identification
- At least 7 days of prescription and non-prescription medicine
- Eyeglasses, dentures, hearing aids
- A few changes of clothes, extra socks
- Supplies for babies (formula, diapers)
- Non-perishable food and water
- A cot, sleeping bag, blankets, pillow
- Flashlight and batteries
- Brush, comb, towel, wash cloth
- Toothbrush, deodorant, soap
- Books, games, magazines, cards, toys and quiet electronics
Personal Preparedness
Emergency Management encourages everyone to make a Personal Disaster Plan that includes sheltering in-place and evacuation. Your Personal Disaster Kit should include food, water, medicine and important papers. Staying Informed and letting others know you are OK, is just as important.