Tag Archives: hurricane season

a photograph of a large hurricane heading to the state of florida in the Atlantic Ocean

Florida Special Needs Shelters: What You Need to Know

By Disability Independence Group, Inc. | Posted on June 4, 2025

Hurricane Season is June – November Be prepared! If you or a loved one has a disability, it’s important to know your shelter options and plan ahead. Don’t Wait – Register Now.
Spaces are limited and may fill up fast during a storm.

Pet-Friendly Hurricane Evacuation Centers in Miami

By Disability Independence Group, Inc. | Posted on July 8, 2015

By: Monica Sabates Hurricane season in Miami-Dade County is a force to be reckoned with. The season’s span between June 1st and November 30th leaves a considerable amount of time for a hurricane to strike suddenly and swiftly in one’s vicinity. Being mindful and prepared for what may come is the first step to… Read More »

Hurricane Preparedness

By Disability Independence Group, Inc. | Posted on September 2, 2014

By: Anastasia Gaertner It may seem like hurricane season is nearing its end, but we are still a ways off from the season’s official peak, which occurs from mid-August to late October. This time is when storms are likely to be at their worst, so as the peak of the season draws nearer, it… Read More »