DATE: October 5, 2016
CONTACT: MEDIA ONLY 954.831.3890
RUMOR CONTROL: 954.831.4000
EMAIL: publicinfo@broward.org
WEB: www.broward.org
EMERGENCY OPERATIONS CENTER
201 NW 84th AVE
Plantation, FL 33324
HURRICANE MATTHEW ADVISORY NO. 14
BROWARD COUNTY, FL - If you have a medical condition that requires a greater level of care than that provided at a General Population Shelter, a Special Needs Shelter may be appropriate for you. But you better hurry!
Residents have until 11:30 TONIGHT to let Broward County know if you think you need to weather the storm in a Special Needs Shelter. That's because your transportation to the shelter has to happen before tropical storm force winds arrive tomorrow.
Special Needs Shelters are appropriate if you:
· Are dependent on electricity for your medical or mobility equipment
· Have minor health/medical conditions that require professional observation, assessment and maintenance
· Require assistance with personal care and/or assistance with medications but do not require hospitalization or a medical institution
· Need assistance with medication administration and/or vital sign readings and are unable to do so without professional assistance
Don't delay! If you need a special needs shelter, call 311 by 11:30 TONIGHT.
Stay informed by tuning in to television and radio for up-to-the-minute information and public safety advisories. Visit www.broward.org/hurricane or call the Broward County Hurricane Hotline at 954-831-4000. You can also follow Broward County on Twitter @ReadyBroward, subscribe to Broward County Emergency Updates via email and "Like" us on Facebook.com/BrowardEMD.
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