Broward County Resilience

08/28/2026

It's hot for your pets too!

Dogs need exercise, even when it's hot. Walking your dog in the morning or evening when it's cooler reduces the risk of heatstroke and burning their paws on the pavement. Ensure your pet stays cool during the hot summer months!

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08/20/2026

We're excited to announce this year's Climate Leadership Summit will kick off on Nov. 4 with Innovation Day, a day dedicated to celebrating boundary-pushing new technologies and empowering the next generation of resilience entrepreneurs.

The panels, "The Eyes and Ears of Tomorrow," "Thinking Beyond the Now," and "New Ways to Live, Work, and Move," will convene leading experts from academia, industry, and government for interdisciplinary conversations about what the future holds and how we can shape it.

In addition, we look forward to hosting the final rounds of the Collegiate and Emerging Companies Innovation Showcases, where university students and start-ups will present bold ideas for addressing some of the most pressing climate challenges facing our communities.

Register soon — early bird pricing ends August 31. Visit Broward.org/Climate/Summit2026 for more info.

08/13/2026

Join neighbors, local government officials, and community leaders for an afternoon focused on building resilience to the impacts of climate change, particularly flooding and extreme heat. Featuring renowned eco-artist Xavier Cortada, this interactive event will explore how art, collaboration, and community action can strengthen our collective response to a changing climate.

Come share your voice, connect with others, and help shape a more resilient Broward County.

RSVP here:

Join us for an interactive art and climate workshop while learning how Broward is working to build community resilience to climate impacts.

08/10/2026

Heat Index values early this week are expected generally in the 105- 109 deg F range but max heat index could hit 110- 111 deg F.

Everyone is urged to:

• Stay indoors during peak heat hours.

• Drink plenty of water.

• Avoid vigorous outdoor activity.

• Check on vulnerable neighbors, including the elderly and those without AC.

Heat-related illness can happen fast. Look out for each other. 🙏



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Broward.org/Climate/Heat

08/06/2026

There's less than one month left to secure early bird pricing for the 18th Annual Climate Leadership Summit -- have you registered yet?

This year’s Summit theme, Capitalizing on Climate: Action through Innovation, showcases how to leverage innovation and investment to drive climate solutions. The Summit kicks off with “Innovation Day”, featuring cutting-edge climate technologies and emergent resilience solutions, followed by two days of engaging sessions, the details of which are outlined on the Summit webpage.

We hope you will join us for this important gathering. Register before August 31 to secure early bird pricing.

08/04/2026

Join Broward County Resilience on Saturday, August 29 from 1- 4 PM at the African American Research Library and Cultural Center for an interactive workshop with art, voices from our community, and resilience efforts led by Broward County - featuring renowned eco-artist Xavier Cortada and the Cortada Foundation.

Please register at https://www.facebook.com/events/2450524682098381/ See less

07/27/2026

Beat the Heat on Your Commute! ☀️

It’s hot out there—but your commute doesn’t have to be!

This week, let’s focus on “Cool Down Your Commute” with these simple tips:
Wear sunscreen: Don’t forget to apply sunscreen before heading out
Carry an umbrella: To shade yourself

Stay hydrated: Bring a water bottle and sip often.
Dress smart: Light, loose clothing and a hat help keep you cool.
Find shade: Take breaks in cool, shaded spots or public cooling centers.
Look out for others: Check on friends and neighbors making the same trip!

Let’s help everyone stay safe and comfortable.

07/15/2026

We're thrilled to announce award-winning journalist Jeff Goodell as the second Keynote Speaker for the 2026 Southeast Florida Climate Leadership Summit!

Jeff Goodell is an acclaimed author and expert on humanity's relationship with our rapidly changing planet. His latest New York Times bestselling book, "The Heat Will Kill You First: Life and Death on a Scorched Planet," is an in-depth understanding of heat and the impact that sizzling temperatures will have on people's lives and the world.

Join us for Jeff's keynote — register now for the 2026 Climate Leadership Summit, taking place Nov. 4-6 at the Broward County Convention Center in Fort Lauderdale.

Visit the Summit website for more information and register to take advantage of early bird pricing. See the first comment for the Summit website and registration link.

07/13/2026

The Sand Bypass Project has made considerable progress since last October. In this video, we share background information and an update on the project.

A service of the Broward County Board of County Commissioners.