Disaster Resources
It's Hurricane Season and United Way of Collier and the Keys is here to help before, during and after a storm. Use this page as a tool for preparedness and recovery.
disaster resiliency fundTracking Hurricane Milton: Resources and Updates from United Way of Collier and the Keys
United Way of Collier and the Keys stands ready to support our community before, during, and after Hurricane Milton.
Updates and important information:
-Collier County: mandatory evacuation for Zones A & B – Know your zone
- Palmetto Ridge H.S. – Registered Special Needs Clients and their caregiver.
(Pet-Friendly) 1655 Victory Lane. - Gulf Coast H.S. 7878 Shark Way
- Immokalee H.S. 701 Immokalee Drive
- Golden Gate H.S. 2925 Titan Way
- Corkscrew M.S. (Pet-Friendly) 1165 Oil Well Road
- Cypress Palm M.S. (Pet-Friendly) 4255 18th Ave N.E.
- Golden Gate M.S. (Pet-Friendly) 2701 48th Terrace S.W.
- Immokalee M.S. (Pet-Friendly) 401 9th Street
- Oakridge M.S. (Pet-Friendly) 14975 Collier Blvd
- Those who plan to use emergency shelters should bring any necessary medications, cell phone chargers, toiletries, food, water, flashlights, bedding, and anything else they need to be comfortable.
- Owners are responsible for the care of their pets. Please bring appropriate supplies. The pets must remain crated. The pets will not be permitted in the shelter area but will be housed in another location in the school.
-Free Uber rides to shelters:
- Open the Uber app
- Tap ACCOUNT on the bottom right and tap WALLET
- Add promo code MILTONRELIEF
-Collier County schools are closed through Friday
-The City of Naples will implement a mandatory driving curfew starting at 4:00 PM Wednesday. For more information, head here.
-Remember to take photos of your home before Hurricane Milton arrives (do this safely and before wind gusts pick up Wednesday). Head here for additional Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) information.
-Monroe County schools are closed Wednesday
-The public should continually monitor local media and the National Hurricane Center for updated information.
-For non-emergency assistance, dial 2-1-1 or 239-263-4211 or text your zip code to 898-211
-The United Way of Collier and the Keys’ Naples office is currently closed, but we are here to assist our community. If you’d like to help, please consider donating to UWCK’s Disaster Resiliency Fund.
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UWCK Disaster Assistance
Collier 211
Collier 211
When you need non-emergency help, call 2-1-1 to reach a trained specialist who can assist you.
Dial: 211 or 239-263-4211
Email: uw211help@gmail.com
Text: Your zip code to 898-211
ALERT Collier
ALERT Collier
ALERT Collier is Collier County’s mass notification system for local emergency alerts.
Sign up for real-time notifications here.
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Special Needs Registry
Special Needs Registry
Special needs shelters are designed to meet the needs of persons who require assistance that exceeds services provided at a general population shelter.
- Register here
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- Registering on the website is not a guarantee that emergency officials will be able to assist in an emergency.
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UWCK Disaster Assistance
UWCK Disaster Assistance
Click here to learn about our Disaster Case Management Program.
For more information, call 305-735-1929
Keys Help Resource Guide
Keys Help Resource Guide
Click here to visit Keyshelp.org
United Way of Collier and the Keys DOES NOT CURRENTLY PROVIDE DIRECT FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE to clients but has compiled a listing of health and human services resources for Keys residents who need assistance.
This guide is to help our community find the resources they need during times of uncertainty. Resources include childcare, food pantries, rent and utilities assistance, and medical and mental healthcare.
Alert!Monroe
Alert!Monroe
ALERT Monroe is Monroe County’s mass notification system for local emergency alerts.
Sign up for real-time notifications here.
County/City
Emergency Services
Schools
Special Needs Registry
Special Needs Registry
Special needs shelters are designed to meet the needs of persons who require assistance that exceeds services provided at a general population shelter.
- Register here
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- Registering on the website is not a guarantee that emergency officials will be able to assist in an emergency.
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Statewide Resources
Hurricane season runs from June 1 to Nov. 30. You are encouraged to utilize these tools to prepare for a major storm.
Florida Hurricane Guide
Find everything from preparing your home, to evacuation protocols, and what to do after a hurricane.
Download NowDisaster Supply Kit Checklist
Residents should stock a disaster supply kit that lasts the household, including pets, for at least 7+ days.
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