Tropical Storm Announcement #1 ALL CITY PARK ... - City of Weston

Tropical Storm Announcement #1
ALL CITY PARK FIELDS ARE CLOSED AS OF 1PM 8/25/12
ALL PARKS AND THE YMCA CLOSED ON SUNDAY, AUG. 26TH ALL DAY AND
ON MONDAY, AUG. 27TH UNTIL AT LEAST NOON
Residents should complete their preparations as early as possible as weather
conditions are expected to deteriorate beginning Sunday morning.
Tropical storm conditions are expected at approximately 11 a.m. Sunday and
will continue for approximately 24 hours. Sustained winds of 34-45 miles per
hours with gusts up to 60 miles per hour are expected across Broward
County. There is the potential for tornados, and moderate coastal and inland
flooding.
Flooding is possible. Please ensure roadway catch basins are clear in private
communities to assist in mitigating flooding
2:30PM - The Governor has issued an Executive Order ( Emergency
Management - Tropical Storm Isaac). This order will allow, among many
items, all tolls on the Turnpike and other public roadways will to be
suspended to enable the flow of traffic.
Miami-Dade schools are closed. FIU closed Sun & Mon
Broward County will hold a Press Conference at 4:30PM today with
further announcements.

Tropical Storm Update #2
All Broward County Public Schools and District Offices
CLOSED MONDAY, AUGUST 27
Due to the anticipated impact of Tropical Storm Isaac in Broward
County, all Broward County public schools and District offices will be
CLOSED on Monday, August 27, 2012.
District officials are in contact and monitoring the storm’s track with
Broward Emergency Management officials. While the storm’s impact is not
fully known, officials agree there is the risk and potential for heavy rain and
possible flooding throughout Broward County and high winds, which may
cause power outages.
Information and updates will be shared with the public and the media
as soon as available. Parents, students and BCPS employees will receive
information via ParentLink (robot calls). Updates and information will also
be provided via Twitter, Facebook, BCPS Rumor Control Hotline (754-321-
0321), BECON-TV and local media.
As soon as the storm passes, District officials and staff will assess any
damages and conditions of schools, administrative sites and the safety of
roadways. Following this assessment on Monday, a decision will be made
about the resuming classes and normal operations on Tuesday. This
information will be posted and shared as soon as available.

Tropical Storm Announcement #3 – Updated 8/26/12 at 9:40AM
Residential garbage and recycling collection has been cancelled for
Monday in Weston, August 27, 2012. Collection will be on your next
regularly scheduled collection day.
For Public Works emergencies or downed trees blocking roadways, please
call the after hours number at 954-868-3820.
ALL PARKS AND THE YMCA CLOSED ON SUNDAY, AUG. 26TH ALL DAY AND
ON MONDAY, AUG. 27TH UNTIL AT LEAST NOON
All City Administrative Offices, including City Hall will be open on Monday.
Tropical storm conditions are expected at approximately 11 a.m. Sunday and
will continue for approximately 24 hours. Sustained winds of 34-45 miles per
hours with gusts up to 60 miles per hour are expected across Broward
County. There is the potential for tornados, and moderate coastal and inland
flooding.
Flooding is possible. Please ensure roadway catch basins are clear in private
communities to assist in mitigating flooding
The Governor has issued an Executive Order ( Emergency Management -
Tropical Storm Isaac). This order will allow, among many items, all tolls on
the Turnpike and other public roadways will to be suspended to enable the
flow of traffic.
Miami-Dade schools are closed Monday
Broward County Schools are closed on Monday

TROPICAL STORM ISAAC
PUBLIC URGED TO KEEP WATCH & TAKE PREPAREDNESS MEASURES
According to Broward County Emergency Management officials, if Tropical Storm Isaac’s
current forecast and track remain steady, Broward will experience heavy rainfall and gusty
winds as early as Sunday afternoon. Chuck Lanza, Broward Emergency Management
director, cautions residents and visitors to be prepared for possible flooding of low lying
areas, potential power outages and rip currents. Emergency Management officials will
continue to closely monitor Tropical Storm Isaac throughout the weekend. Stay tuned to
local media for any flood or tornado watches and warnings that may be issued by the
National Weather Service.
Recommended actions for potential impact from Tropical Storm Isaac include:
Check your hurricane kit supplies. You should have sufficient food, water and other
supplies to sustain yourself and your family for three to five days. Include any special items
needed for elderly family members, infants, children, and pets.
Now is the time to verify that your generators and other emergency equipment are
operating properly.
SHUTTERS: Be careful when pulling out shutters: wasp and other nests may be
present. Metal shutters can be very sharp, easily slicing skin - heavy gloves should
be used.
Assess your home for vulnerabilities in the event protective actions are required, but
do not trim trees and vegetation at this time.
Keep gas in your car and have a supply of gas for your generator.
Have cash on hand in case of power outages.
Refill important medications.
If you have travel plans, check with your airline or cruise line for up to date
information.

Stay Informed
Residents and businesses are encouraged to monitor media for up-to-the-minute
information and public safety advisories. There are a number of ways to “stay
connected” and receive important information from the Broward County Emergency
Operations Center before, during and after an emergency event, including news
about hurricane watches and warnings, evacuation orders, recommended protective
actions and other related public safety information.
Ensure you are enrolled in the City of Weston's CodeRED Emergency Notification
system:
at http://www.westonfl.org/Residents/Hurricane/CodeRed.aspx
Follow City of Weston on Twitter https://twitter.com/cityofweston
Visit broward.org/hurricane for more information and an extensive A-Z guide to
preparedness
Call the Broward County Call Center at 311 in Broward or 954-831-4000, for
answers to all your emergency preparedness questions.
Be Patient With Power Outages; Operator Generators Safely
Florida Power & Light knows where power outages are, and crews are dispatched to
restore power as quickly as possible. It is not necessary to report a power outage at
your home or business.
Report sparking, arcing or downed power lines to 911 or call FPL at 800-4OUTAGE
(800-468-8243).
Assume all downed cables and wires are live and stay away.
Keep away from flooded and debris-laden areas because they may be hiding
downed lines.
Run portable generators outside your house or building, in a well-ventilated area,
and connect appliances or equipment directly to them.
Take Protective Actions if Tornados are Sighted
A tornado watch is issued to alert people that conditions are right for tornado development.
It does not mean a tornado has been sighted. A tornado warning is issued when a tornado
has actually been sighted or picked up on radar in the area. When a tornado approaches,
immediate action may mean the difference between life and death.
Seek shelter below ground level, if possible.

Go into an interior hallway or lower level.
Stay away from glass doors and windows.
Take cover under heavy furniture in the center part of the house.
If outside, move at right angles away from the tornado. If escape is impossible, lie
flat in a ditch or low spot.
Leave a mobile home for a safer location.
Report Home Damage to Assist Emergency Responders
In the immediate aftermath of a storm, residents are encouraged to help emergency
responders quickly identify areas that have suffered damage and/or flooding by
participating in the Broward County Home Damage Assessment Program.
The website for the Home Damage Assessment Program features photos of four homes that
have experienced varying levels of damage, including flooding. Residents are urged to
familiarize themselves with the Home Damage Assessment tool before the storm so that
they can report damage to their home immediately after the storm. There are three ways to
report damage:
Bookmark http://gis.broward.org/mda/ to report from a smartphone or mobile device
Bookmark http://gis.broward.org/damage/ to report from a non-mobile device (such
as desktop or laptop computer)
During regular business hours (Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.), you
can report by calling the Broward County Call Center at 311 in Broward or 954-
831-4000.
Visit broward.org/hurricane for more information and an extensive A-Z guide to
preparedness
Call the Broward County Call Center at 311 in Broward or 954-831-4000, for answers to all
your emergency preparedness questions.