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Hurricane Ian Update
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In response to Hurricane Ian, the Florida Department of Health in Osceola County (FDOH-Osceola) will close all offices at 12:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 27, 2022. The health department has prepared for Special Needs Shelter operations to begin in Osceola County. Please continue to monitor this page for updates on the reopening of FDOH-Osceola offices.
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En respuesta al huracán Ian, el Departamento de Salud de Florida en el condado de Osceola (FDOH-Osceola) cerrará todas las oficinas a las 12:00 p. m. el martes, 27 de septiembre de 2022. El departamento de salud se ha preparado para que comiencen las operaciones del Refugio para Necesidades Especiales en el condado de Osceola. Continúe monitoreando esta página para obtener actualizaciones sobre la reapertura de las oficinas de FDOH-Osceola.
Special Needs Shelter
If you know or care for an individual with a disability or a special need, such as a medical condition that requires assistance but not hospitalization, it is important that you pre-register with the Florida Special Needs Shelter Registry. The Florida Special Needs Registry registers those in need of services with your local emergency management office, so you can be assisted quickly during an emergency.
You can access the Florida Special Needs Registry here. You will need to log in with an existing account or create a new account.
If you are eligible for a special needs shelter your kit should include the following:
- List of medications and dosage
- A 30-day supply of medications
- Vital medical equipment for those who may be electrically or oxygen dependent,
- Backup energy sources for essential medical equipment
- Any special dietary needs or food
- Personal information including a photo ID, insurance card, emergency contacts, and your primary care provider’s contact information
After completing the Florida Special Needs Registry, additional information will be provided by your local emergency management agency regarding evacuation and sheltering options available to you.
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