Hurricane Preparedness Expo 2026

Summary Minutes: Hurricane Preparedness Expo 2026 Event: Hurricane Preparedness Expo 2026 Date and Time: Saturday, April 25, 2026, 10:00 a.m. Host: City of Madeira Beach Meeting Source: Madeira Beach Florida Meetings Hub public listing and associated meeting video. Overview The Hurricane Preparedness Expo 2026 was held to help residents, property owners, and community stakeholders prepare for hurricane season. The event focused on practical preparedness, public safety awareness, available resources, and coordination before, during, and after severe weather events. Key Topics Discussed • Hurricane readiness: Residents were encouraged to review emergency plans, update supply kits, and prepare homes and businesses ahead of storm threats. • Public information and communication: The expo emphasized the importance of monitoring official city updates, emergency alerts, and reliable weather information. • Community resources: Attendees were directed to local resources and representatives who can provide guidance before and after storm events. • Post-storm safety: Preparedness messaging included safety considerations following a storm, including property impacts, recovery needs, and coordination with public agencies. • Resident engagement: The event provided an opportunity for community members to ask questions and receive preparedness information directly from city representatives and guest speakers. Action Items and Follow-Up • Residents should review household hurricane plans and confirm evacuation, sheltering, medication, pet, and communication arrangements. • Property owners should inspect homes, businesses, drainage areas, shutters, generators, and other storm preparation needs before peak hurricane season. 2026 Hurricane Expo Meeting Summary Page 1 of 2  • Community members should sign up for official alerts and monitor city communications during storm watches, warnings, and recovery periods. • City staff should continue sharing preparedness resources, contact information, and recovery guidance through official communication channels. • Questions received from residents should be reviewed and answered through appropriate city channels when possible. Notes These summary minutes are based on the publicly available meeting page and video metadata for the Hurricane Preparedness Expo 2026. 2026 Hurricane Expo Meeting Summary Page 2 of 2