Good afternoon
For those of you interested in shelters, please click on link https://www.polk-county.net/news/polk-county-shelters-to-open/ to view details of locations and specifications.
We encourage everyone to take this time to ensure the safety of your family and property. Here are some additional resources to help you prepare:
- Hurricanes—Be Informed: https://www.ready.gov/hurricanes
- Hurricane Seasonal Preparedness Digital Toolkit: https://www.ready.gov/hurricane-toolkit
- Hurricane Safety: https://www.redcross.org/get-help/how-to-prepare-for-emergencies/types-of-emergencies/hurricane.html
- Survival Kit Supplies: https://www.redcross.org/get-help/how-to-prepare-for-emergencies/survival-kit-supplies.html
- FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency): https://www.fema.gov/
- American Red Cross: https://www.redcross.org/
On Wednesday 10/09 and most likely, Thursday 10/10, the office will be closed and staff will work remotely on these days, dependent on power and Internet availability. We anticipate returning to the office on Friday, but will communicate any changes as the situation develops.
Do not reply to this email. Please send questions regarding this communication to Samantha Jewell at sjewell.pmdeercreek@artemislifestyles.com

