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A message from League of United Latin American Citizens



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LULAC Urges Floridians to Heed Evacuation Orders and Stay Safe as Hurricane
Milton Approaches
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LULAC [ [link removed] ] is actively engaged in monitoring Hurricane Milton
and working closely with FEMA and state officials to prioritize the safety of our
Latino communities and all Floridians. This storm is projected to be
catastrophic, with the west coast of Florida—especially between Naples and
Tampa—facing dangerous storm surges, hurricane-force winds, and life-threatening
flooding. LULAC strongly urges everyone in Milton’s path to heed evacuation
orders immediately.

For those who choose to stay behind, it is important to document your property
with photos and videos, and gather your flood and property insurance information.
LULAC remains committed to protecting our communities, and we are sharing FEMA’s
Hurricane Milton Pre-Landfall Communications Resources: Preparedness and
Evacuations toolkit, available in Spanish and English, to help guide families in
this critical time. These resources are vital in ensuring that everyone has the
necessary information to stay safe.

Hurricane Milton Pre-Landfall Communications Resources: Preparedness and
Evaluations (ENGLISH) [ [link removed] ]

Hurricane Milton Pre-Landfall Communications Resources: Preparedness and
Evaluations (SPANISH) [ [link removed] ]

FEMA has pre-positioned over 1,000 responders, search and rescue teams, and
essential supplies such as food, water, and healthcare support, in preparation
for Hurricane Milton’s aftermath. In addition, free evacuation shuttles are
running in Manatee, Pinellas, Pasco, Hillsborough, and Sarasota counties, and
Uber code MILTONRELIEF can be used for free rides to shelters.

LULAC urges all members and communities to share these resources and stay
informed. For more information on shelters and emergency contacts, visit Florida
Disaster Shelters [ [link removed] ] .

Shelter in Place: Do not attempt to travel during the storm. Hurricane winds are
expected to impact a large portion of the state, even far from the storm's
center. The risk of flash flooding, tornadoes, high-speed debris, fallen trees,
and downed power lines is severe.

If you feel unsafe at home: A list of emergency shelters, including those
equipped for individuals needing assistance or with pets, is available at Shelter
Status [ [link removed] ] | Florida Disaster [ [link removed] ] .
Head to a shelter before the storm arrives.

Avoid floodwaters: Walking or driving through floodwaters is extremely dangerous.
Water may be electrically charged by downed power lines or contain hazards like
wild animals, waste, and chemicals that can cause illness.

Prepare for service outages:

* Freeze water bottles to keep food cool and fill bathtubs for emergency water
supplies.

* Charge your devices and switch them to low power mode to preserve battery
life during potential outages. Text messages or social media may be the best
way to stay connected.

* Use flashlights or battery-powered lanterns instead of candles to avoid fire
hazards.

* Generators should only be used outdoors, at least 20 feet from windows and
doors, and kept dry.

For questions, contact FEMA’s Office of External Affairs:

* Congressional Affairs: (202) 646-4500 |
[email protected]

* Intergovernmental Affairs: (202) 646-3444 | [email protected]

* Tribal Affairs: (202) 646-3444 | [email protected]

* Private Sector Engagement: (202) 646-3444 | [email protected]

For Latest Updates

For the latest updates on disaster recovery and preparedness for Hurricanes
Helene and Milton, visit our dedicated web pages at Hurricane Helene [ [link removed] ]
and Hurricane Milton [ [link removed] ] .

Stay connected with LULAC on social media at: @facebook [ [link removed] ]
@instagram [ [link removed] ] @twitter [ [link removed] ]

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About League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC)
The League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) is the nation’s largest and
oldest Latino civil rights volunteer-based organization that empowers Latinos and
builds strong Latino communities. Headquartered in Washington, DC, with 535
Councils and 145,000 members across the United States and Puerto Rico, LULAC’s
programs, services, and advocacy address the most important issues for Latinos,
meeting the critical needs of today and the future. For more information, visit
www.LULAC.org [ [link removed] ] .















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