The Atlantic hurricane season runs from June 1 through Nov. 30 with the peak of the season on Sept. 10. The most activity happens between mid-August and mid-October, according to the National Hurricane Center.
The key to getting through storm season is being prepared. That’s why The Palm Beach Post has compiled tips, lists, contact numbers, graphics and maps that should help you prepare for a storm, and, if need be, get through it fine.
2025 Hurricane Season Guide: Storm preparedness tips, supply list, evacuation zones
Safety tips: Take care of your pets during a hurricane
Do not leave pets at home, especially if you live in an evacuation area.
Even if they survive the storm, they might flee a damaged home and be lost in the chaos. Or they could be trapped inside without food, water or supervision.
Do evacuation shelters in Palm Beach County allow pets during hurricanes?
It might be difficult, if not impossible, to find shelter for your animals in the midst of a disaster, so plan ahead:
The county’s pet-friendly shelter is the West Boynton Recreational Center, 6000 Northtree Blvd., Lake Worth, FL 33463, and is only available to Palm Beach County residents who live in a mandatory evacuation zone, in a mobile home, or in sub-standard housing. Proof of residency will be required.
Owners can not stay with their pets. The pets stay at the Rec Center but owners must stay at Park Vista High School, which is adjacent to the pet shelter.
For more information about the county’s pet shelter, including a map and a list of pet-friendly boarding facilities, go here: http://discover.pbcgov.org/publicsafety/animalcare/Pages/Hurricane.aspx
Tips on finding pet-friendly hotels in South Florida
HOTELS: In advance, contact hotels and motels outside your area to check policies on accepting pets and restrictions on number, size and species.
Other pet evacuation options
FRIENDS, RELATIVES: Ask friends, relatives or others outside the area whether they could shelter your animals. Make arrangements with neighbors to help evacuate pets in the event you can’t get home.
Palm Beach County Animal Care and Control: http://discover.pbcgov.org/publicsafety/animalcare/Pages/Hurricane.aspx
Pet care tips during hurricane prep
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This article originally appeared on Palm Beach Post: Hurricane season 2025: Best tips on keeping your pets safe during a storm
Reporting by Kimberly Miller, Palm Beach Post / Palm Beach Post
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