GET TAMPA READY: City leaders to outline 2026 hurricane season preparations
TAMPA, Fla. (May 21, 2026) \u2013 As the 2026 Atlantic Hurricane Season approaches, the City of Tampa is outlining emergency preparedness efforts and sharing updates on public safety resources available to residents at a press conference planned for Friday, May 22, at 10:00 a.m.<\/p>\n
The event will feature updates from city leaders, emergency management officials, utility partners, and transportation and port representatives on evacuation planning, stormwater readiness, power restoration preparation, emergency response capabilities, and steps residents can take now to prepare their homes and families.<\/p>\n
As part of this year\u2019s preparedness efforts, the City will also unveil its first-ever City of Tampa Hurricane Guidebook, a comprehensive, easy-to-read resource designed specifically for Tampa residents with city-specific guidance on what to do before, during, and after a storm. The book includes key emergency contacts, evacuation information, and preparedness resources all in one place.<\/p>\n
Residents can ensure they are “Tampa Ready”<\/a> by following three simple steps:<\/p>\n Make an evacuation planCreate an emergency kitStay informed<\/p>\n For timely emergency updates, text TampaReady to 888-777 or TampaLista to 888-777 for Spanish notifications.<\/p>\n