Curated links to official federal, state, and local emergency resources. All links go directly to government and recognized non-profit agencies — no third-party intermediaries.
Apply for federal disaster assistance after a declared disaster. Covers housing, personal property, and other needs.
1-800-621-3362
Official NHC forecasts, advisories, watches, and warnings for all active Atlantic and Pacific storms.
Official federal preparedness guidance: evacuation, shelter-in-place, supply kits, and family plans.
Look up your official FEMA flood zone designation and flood insurance rate maps by address.
Real-time watches, warnings, and advisories from the National Weather Service for your county.
Army Corps of Engineers storm surge and evacuation zone data used by state emergency managers.
Find open emergency shelters near you. The Red Cross operates thousands of shelters during hurricanes.
1-800-733-2767
Dial 2-1-1 to connect with local emergency services, shelters, food banks, and disaster relief programs.
2-1-1
Health guidance for before, during, and after a hurricane: water safety, mold, carbon monoxide, mental health.
Free, confidential crisis counseling for people experiencing emotional distress related to natural disasters.
1-800-985-5990
NIH guidance on managing medications, medical equipment, and chronic conditions during a disaster.
Real-time power outage map aggregating data from utility companies across the United States.
Find open gas stations with fuel availability during evacuations. Critical during supply disruptions.
CPSC guidance on safe generator use — carbon monoxide poisoning is a leading cause of hurricane deaths.
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