Politics
Republican and Democratic congressmen urge Floridians to start preparing for hurricanes
Representatives Byron Donalds and Jared Moskowitz join forces to get Floridians prepared for the forces of nature.
Hurricanes know no political parties and two of Florida’s most prominent politicians are joining forces to help residents prepare for Hurricane Season which runs through November.
Congressmen Byran Donalds and Jared Moskowitz have teamed up to produce a public service announcement designed to advise Floridians to get ready for any potential storms. Moskowitz, a Democratic Representative for CD 23 in Southeast Florida, and Donalds, a Republican Representative for CD 19 in Southwest Florida, provide steps for anyone to take before hurricanes or tropical storms bear down on the state.
“Protecting Florida communities is a shared duty that transcends any political divide. The safety and security of all Floridians is paramount, especially as we enter this hurricane season,” said Donalds who is also running for Florida Governor in this year’s elections.
“I am proud to join my colleague, Congressman Moskowitz, in urging all Floridians to take proactive steps today. Don’t wait for a storm.”
Moskowitz shared the sentiment and noted there’s nothing partisan about the deadly storms.
“Hurricanes don’t care whether you’re a Democrat or a Republican; they hit everyone,” said Moskowitz.
“That’s why I’m proud to join Byron Donalds to deliver this message together. Floridians should not wait until a storm is on the radar to start preparing.”
Moskowitz is running for Congress again and announced his candidacy in late May for the Florida’s 25th seat in the House of Representatives. He shifted his campaign to CD 25 after new redistricting congressional maps were finalized by the Florida Legislature in the Spring.
The two lawmakers advise residents to, as soon as possible, get a disaster supply kit together with at least sven days of supplies. They should be aware of evacuation zones. Floridians need to understand differences between hurricane watches and warnings. They should draw up a plan for pets. And business owners should prepare for their plans during the storm emergencies.
The two also urged residents to download mobile applications on their cell phones from the Federal Emergency Management Agency.
