Hurricane and Tropical Storm Recovery
City of Jacksonville Emergency Preparedness jaxready.com
Home Repair After A Storm - Recovering from a Disaster
1) Ensure safety of occupants.
· Wear protective clothing.
· Use caution if operating machinery to cut up downed tree limbs or debris.
· Wear protective face coverings.
· Do not touch electrical equipment if it is wet or if you are in standing water.
· Do not drive or walk through standing water. It may be much deeper than you realize and there may be hidden hazards.
· Electrical power and natural gas or propane tanks should be shut off to avoid fire, electrocution or explosions.
See JEA's Storm Preparation Page at Storm Preparation.
2) Protect the structure.
· Temporary weatherization or methods to prevent additional damage.
3) Take photographs of any affected areas for records and insurance reporting.
4) Affect any emergent repairs.
5) If hiring a contractor, verify licensure at Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation Licensee Search
6) Apply for the appropriate permit as soon as possible via JAXEPICS.
Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation - Hurricane States of Emergency
DBPR Hurricane Guide - Tips and Resources for after a storm hits.