Hardee County Emergency Management

10/09/2026

Oct. 9, 2026 – Hurricane Isaias: Hardee County Update

Hardee County Emergency Management is monitoring Hurricane Isaias and will share updates as needed.

Rain and thunderstorms may affect our area this afternoon and tomorrow. Residents are encouraged to stay weather aware and take a few simple precautions.
• Secure loose outdoor items.
• Monitor weather updates and emergency alerts: https://member.everbridge.net/453003085614890/new
• Avoid driving through flooded roads.

Stay informed and follow for more updates.

10/07/2026

October 7 - Tropical Storm Isaias Update

Just a reminder for our Hardee County residents. While we are not currently in the projected path, now is a good time to take some simple preparedness steps.

Take a few minutes to:
• Make a plan for you and your family.
• Check your emergency supply kit.
• Sign up for weather and emergency alerts.
• Review the other preparedness tips in the attached list.

📲 If you haven’t signed up for Alert Hardee yet, now is a great time to do so. Alert Hardee provides important emergency notifications and updates for Hardee County residents.

👉 Sign up for Alert Hardee: https://member.everbridge.net/453003085614890/new

A little preparation now can make a big difference later.

Stay informed, stay prepared, and stay weather aware.

10/01/2026

🦟Let's Fight the Bite!

A few simple steps can help keep mosquitoes away and protect your family.

Protect yourself and your family:

• Remove standing water

• Use mosquito repellent

• Wear protective clothing

Small steps can make a big difference! Stay safe and enjoy the outdoors.

09/12/2026

Stay weather aware today as heavy thunder & localized flooding may be possible in Hardee County today.

Drive safe out there!

⚠️Localized flooding of urban and poor drainage areas is possible this afternoon/evening from to ⚠️

Saturday, September 12, 2026:

Slow-moving thunderstorms are expected once again today ⛈️

These storms may cause low-lying and poor drainage areas to flood 🌧️

Avoided flooded roads. It's hard to know if the road surface remains safe to drive on, let alone to see where the road actually is. Turn around, don't drown! 🚧🛻❌

09/01/2026

PUBLIC NOTICE Local Road Safety Plan Workshop

Hardee County residents are invited to attend the upcoming Local Road Safety Plan Workshop and share input on future transportation safety projects in our community.

Date: Thursday, September 3
Time: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Location: Hardee County Ag Training Room
515 Civic Center Drive
Wauchula, FL

The workshop will include a brief presentation on the Local Road Safety Plan process, along with stations where participants can provide feedback on roadway safety concerns.

An interactive map will also be available to help identify crash “hot spots” and areas where safety improvements may be needed.

Community input is an important part of this planning effort. Residents are encouraged to attend, participate, and scan the QR code on the flyer to complete the quick survey. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Hardee-LSAP

Your feedback helps guide future roadway safety improvements throughout Hardee County.

07/17/2026

Latest Tropical Weather Outlook
2:00 PM EDT Fri Jul 17 2026

Northern Gulf of America and near Florida:
A large area of showers and thunderstorms over the eastern Gulf of
America is associated with an upper-level low and a surface trough.
Some gradual development of this system is possible while it
meanders northward, bringing heavy rain to portions of the Florida
west coast during the next several days.
* Formation chance through 48 hours...low...10 percent.
* Formation chance through 7 days...low...30 percent.

Eastern Tropical Atlantic:
A broad area of low pressure, associated with a tropical wave, is
located near the southern Cabo Verde Islands. The low continues to
produce a limited and disorganized area of showers and thunderstorms
while it moves west-northwestward at 10 to 15 mph. Significant
development of this system is not expected before environmental
conditions become even less favorable for development over the
weekend. Regardless of development, this system will likely produce
some gusty winds and locally heavy rain over the southern Cabo Verde
Islands over the next several hours.
* Formation chance through 48 hours...low...10 percent.
* Formation chance through 7 days...low...10 percent.

For the latest forecast, please visit Hurricanes.gov

06/30/2026

🎆With the 4th of July coming up this week. Here are some quick firework safety tips! Enjoy the fun and stay safe! ❤️🤍💙

06/08/2026

📢Update for Hardee County residents there is NO local threat expected from this earthquake.

Update: Shaking has been felt across much of Florida in the aftermath of the 6.1 magnitude quake just west of Cuba.

*NO* tsunami threat is expected from the earthquake.

06/01/2026

🌀 Today marks the official start of the 2026 Atlantic Hurricane Season! As you navigate the road to being prepared, make sure you plan for each stop below!

1. Know Your Zone, Know Your Home
2.
3. Build a Disaster Supply Kit
4. If You’re Halfway Full, You're Halfway There
5. You Only Need to Evacuate Tens of Miles, Not Hundreds

Visit FloridaDisaster.org for more

05/04/2026

🧰 Having your supplies ready ahead of a storm helps you stay safe, comfortable & self-sufficient if power or services are disrupted.

Be sure to restock with the basics this Florida Hurricane Preparedness Week:
✔️ Water (one gallon per person, per day)
✔️ Non-perishable food
✔️ Flashlights & extra batteries
✔️ Medications & important documents
✔️ Emergency weather radio

Think about your household’s specific needs—pets, kids, or medical equipment & plan accordingly.

🎒 Build it now, so you’re ready later. Get the full checklist at FloridaDisaster.org/Kit.