Emergency Information

Orange County Government is the primary source of information for its more than one million residents during severe storms. The Atlantic Hurricane Season begins June 1 and ends November 30. The below resources are tools to ensure you are informed before, during, and after any major weather event.

Emergency Announcements

Orange County Hurricane Expo
Attend the Orange County Hurricane Expo on June 21, 2025, at Evans High School and pick up free preparedness items while supplies last.
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The U.S. Small Business Administration is extending the physical damage loan deadline for disaster declarations affected by the 2024 federal funding lapse. The new deadline to apply is April 27, 2025. Businesses and nonprofits are eligible to apply for business physical disaster loans and may borrow up to $2 million to repair or replace disaster-damaged or destroyed real estate, machinery and equipment, inventory, and other business assets.

Homeowners and renters are eligible to apply for home and personal property loans and may borrow up to $100,000 to replace or repair personal property, such as clothing, furniture, cars, and appliances. Homeowners may apply for up to $500,000 to replace or repair their primary residence.

For those needing assistance with applications, support is available through:

Email: disastercustomerservice@sba.gov
Phone: 1-800-659-2955
Florida Small Business Development Center
Schedule an Appointment at Barnett Park
Fact Sheet

For more information about Orange County’s Hurricane Milton response, visit ocfl.net/Milton.

Emergency Alert System

Stay informed by signing up for the OCALERT notification system. Receive time-sensitive messages via text, email, or phone for severe weather, unexpected road closures, missing persons, evacuations, and more.

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