Miami, United States

Miami Emergency Kit — Personalized for Your Risks

Miami faces significant hurricane and flooding risks due to its coastal location and low elevation.

Primary Risks for Miami

  • Hurricane
  • Flooding
  • Storm Surge

Key takeaways for Miami

  • Primary risks: Hurricane, Flooding, Storm Surge
  • Plan for: Wind and water — 7 days of supplies, waterproof document storage, and shutters or plywood staged before June.
  • Read more: Miami-Dade Office of Emergency Management

What you'll get

  • Miami-specific risk analysis: AI-powered analysis of disaster risks specific to Miami and your exact address.
  • Personalized kit list: Emergency supplies tailored to your household size, pets, and home type.
  • Direct purchase links: One-click links to buy every item in your personalized kit.
  • Emergency action guide: Step-by-step instructions for each disaster type common in Miami.

Miami Risk Briefing

Local Hazard History

Miami sits in one of the most hurricane-exposed metros in the United States. Hurricane Andrew (1992) remains the benchmark catastrophe, leveling neighborhoods across south Miami-Dade as a Category 5 storm. More recently, Hurricane Irma (2017) triggered one of the largest evacuations in Florida history. Between named storms, king tides now routinely push seawater into low-lying streets in Miami Beach and Brickell — an early preview of sea-level-rise flooding.

When Risk Peaks

  • Jun–Nov: Atlantic hurricane season; peak threat is mid-August to late October
  • Sep–Nov: King-tide flooding during the year's highest tides
  • May–Oct: Daily afternoon thunderstorms and frequent lightning
  • Year-round: Rip currents and sudden heavy downpours

What to Pack for Miami

Because Miami's dominant risks are wind and water, prioritize:

  • A waterproof document pouch and flood-safe storage for valuables (keep them high)
  • A battery or hand-crank NOAA weather radio for storm updates
  • 7 days of water and food — supply chains stall after major storms
  • Hurricane shutters or pre-cut plywood staged before June
  • Portable power and fans for heat during multi-day outages

Frequently asked questions about Miami

What disasters threaten Miami?
Miami faces significant hurricane and flooding risks due to its coastal location and low elevation. The primary risks are Hurricane, Flooding, Storm Surge.
When does Miami's risk peak?
Jun–Nov: Atlantic hurricane season; peak threat is mid-August to late October
What should be in a Miami emergency kit?
A waterproof document pouch and flood-safe storage for valuables (keep them high); A battery or hand-crank NOAA weather radio for storm updates
Where do I find local emergency alerts in Miami?
Miami-Dade Office of Emergency Management (https://www.miamidade.gov/emergency/) — Local alerts, evacuation zones, and shelter information.

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