Margate City Commissioner Antonio V. Arserio.
A Message from the Mayor:
As we begin hurricane season, I want to remind every resident that preparation is one of the most important steps we can take to protect our families, homes, and community.
Here in South Florida, and especially in Margate, we are no strangers to hurricane activity. Our region has historically been a hotspot for tropical storms and hurricanes, and while forecasters are predicting this season to be normal to slightly below normal, it only takes one storm to make a major impact.
Now is the time to prepare — not when a storm is already approaching. I encourage all residents to take a few simple preparedness steps today:
- Review your family emergency plan and evacuation routes.
- Stock up on essential supplies including water, non-perishable food, medications, batteries, and flashlights.
- Check your hurricane shutters and secure loose outdoor items.
- Make sure important documents are stored safely and digitally backed up.
- Fuel vehicles and generators safely before a storm is imminent.
- Sign up for emergency alerts and stay informed through oƯicial city and county channels.
Preparedness not only protects your household, but it also helps our entire community recover faster after a storm.
For additional information and detailed hurricane readiness resources, I encourage residents to review Broward County’s Hurricane Preparedness Guide:
The City of Margate remains committed to keeping our residents informed and prepared throughout hurricane season. Together, through preparation and community partnership, we can weather any storm.
Stay safe and stay prepared,
Mayor Antonio V. Arserio, FRA-RP
City of Margate
