Miami-Dade County Emergency Management

Miami-Dade County Emergency Management Miami-Dade Emergency Management Department (DEM) evolved from the Civil Defense era into a office that uses an all-hazards approach to disaster management.

The County’s Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan (CEMP) is maintained by this office as are many programs designed to assist our communities prepare for and recover from disasters. The Emergency Operations Center (EOC) is activated for imminent and no-notice disasters; such as hurricanes and the 2008 power outage, respectively. It may also be activated for major events like the Super Bowl. Dep

ending on the size and complexity of the event the activation levels range from 1 to 3. We are always at a level 3 (monitoring). When activated, the EOC serves as a communal hub where representations from local public safety, human services, infrastructure agencies and State and Federals Liaisons stage to plan and facilitate response and recovery efforts.

06/01/2026

Hurricane season is here. Now is the time to review your emergency plan, build or refresh your disaster kit, and stay informed.

Preparedness starts before a storm is in the forecast. Taking a few simple steps today can help keep you and your family safer throughout the season.

Stay connected, know your evacuation zone, and make sure you have multiple ways to receive emergency alerts.

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La temporada de huracanes ya comenzó. Es el momento de revisar su plan de emergencia, preparar o actualizar su kit de suministros y mantenerse informado.

La preparación comienza antes de que haya una tormenta en el pronóstico. Tomar algunas medidas hoy puede ayudar a mantener a usted y a su familia más seguros durante toda la temporada.

Manténgase conectado, conozca su zona de evacuación y asegúrese de tener varias formas de recibir alertas de emergencia.

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Sezon siklòn nan kòmanse. Kounye a se moman pou revize plan ijans ou, prepare oswa mete ajou twous ijans ou, epi rete enfòme.

Preparasyon kòmanse anvan yon tanpèt parèt nan previzyon an. Kèk etap senp ou pran jodi a ka ede pwoteje ou menm ak fanmi ou pandan tout sezon an.

Rete konekte, konnen zòn evakyasyon ou, epi asire ou gen plizyè fason pou resevwa alèt ijans.

05/30/2026

Our team was proud to participate in Eye of the Storm at the Museum of Discovery and Science, helping families learn about hurricane science, preparedness, and how to stay safe before, during, and after a storm.

Thank you to everyone who stopped by to meet our team, ask questions, and learned how to build a kit.

05/29/2026

Today, we hosted our annual Leadership Meeting, bringing together county departments to discuss preparedness for hurricane season, extreme heat, flooding, and other potential hazards.

The meeting also provided an opportunity to review countywide coordination and communication efforts as preparations continue for FIFA World Cup 2026. Through collaboration, planning, and information sharing, we are working together to support public safety and help keep our community informed, prepared, and resilient.

Today, Mayor Daniella Levine Cava, County Commissioners, Miami-Dade Emergency Management, and partner departments came t...
05/29/2026

Today, Mayor Daniella Levine Cava, County Commissioners, Miami-Dade Emergency Management, and partner departments came together for the annual All-Weather Press Conference to highlight the importance of preparedness ahead of hurricane season.

Preparing for hurricanes and other hazards is a shared responsibility. Now is the time to review your emergency plan, build your disaster supply kit, and stay informed through trusted sources.

Stay connected with Miami-Dade Emergency Management and for preparedness information, weather updates, and emergency alerts throughout the season.

Today, Mayor Daniella Levine Cava, County Commissioners, Miami-Dade Emergency Management, and partner departments came t...
05/29/2026

Today, Mayor Daniella Levine Cava, County Commissioners, Miami-Dade Emergency Management, and partner departments came together for the annual All-Weather Press Conference to highlight the importance of preparedness ahead of hurricane season.

Preparing for hurricanes and other hazards is a shared responsibility. Now is the time to review your emergency plan, build your disaster supply kit, and stay informed through trusted sources.

Stay connected with Miami-Dade Emergency Management for preparedness information, weather updates, and emergency alerts throughout the season.

05/28/2026

Yesterday, participated in a FIFA World Cup Regional Multi-Agency Coordination Group briefing at PortMiami. Partners from Palm Beach, Broward, Miami-Dade, and Monroe counties came together to strengthen coordination, communication, and regional readiness ahead of the World Cup.

Preparedness is a team effort, and collaboration across agencies is essential to keeping our communities, residents, and visitors safe.

05/28/2026

Preparing for all scenarios ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026. Yesterday’s multi-agency decontamination exercise focused on coordination, response operations, and strengthening regional preparedness to help keep our community and visitors safe through training and collaboration.

Today, we remember the brave souls who gave everything for our freedom. Each of the 13 folds in our flag carries deep me...
05/25/2026

Today, we remember the brave souls who gave everything for our freedom. Each of the 13 folds in our flag carries deep meaning—honor, sacrifice, and love of country. This Memorial Day, we pause to reflect and give thanks.

05/14/2026

Public safety starts long before an emergency happens. Proud to see our take the stage at the Governor’s Hurricane Conference to share lessons, strategies, and innovative approaches shaping the future of emergency management.

From preparing for the complex challenges surrounding FIFA World Cup 2026 and tropical weather, to leading teams through blue skies and grey skies, and exploring how AI can strengthen emergency management operations, these conversations are helping advance preparedness, coordination, and community resilience nationwide.

By sharing knowledge and real-world experience, our team continues working to strengthen public safety before, during, and after disasters.

Today, bus operators from participated in emergency evacuation training with Dan Scarborough to help prepare for emerge...
05/14/2026

Today, bus operators from participated in emergency evacuation training with Dan Scarborough to help prepare for emergencies and activations. These trainings help ensure transportation teams are ready to support safe and coordinated evacuations when our community needs it most.

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Doral, FL
33178

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