May 23, 2006

INFORMATION RELEASE
Media Contact: Heather O'Connell
(239) 461-2924 or hoconnell@leegov.com

On-line Hurricane Preparation at Your Library

FORT MYERS, Fla., May 23, 2006- As part of Hurricane Preparation Week, the Lee County Library System is featuring a new section on its website www.lee-county.com/library.

"Lee County residents recognize the Library System as a resource for finding accurate and current information. Staff identified some of the resources and links that we recommend to our patrons each Hurricane Season. We compiled them to create a single source for getting started with preparations and planning, and to familiarize residents with several agencies," said Heather O'Connell, Lee County Library System Community Relations Coordinator.

From the website's home page, click Hurricane Preparation

Features include:  

Lee County Emergency Management -
Includes links to shelters, evacuation routes, All Hazards Guide and Emergency Management updates.

Other Agencies -
National Weather Service, National Hurricane Center, Homeland Security, MySafeFl.org, and FLASH: Federal Alliance for Safe Homes.

Special Populations -
Includes applications for Florida's "No Person Left Behind" program and Lee County's Special Needs Shelter, plus Special Needs Shelter and Planning Information.

Recovery and Rebuilding -
FLASH/Federal Alliance for Safe Homes tips for returning to damaged homes, includes rebuilding information and animated demonstrations.

Hurricane Preparedness Week –
Links to the National Hurricane Center's special web pages for Hurricane Preparedness Week.

Ready Kids –
Links to the Department of Homeland Security's disaster planning for kids, includes games/activities and information for parents/teachers.

Electricity –
Links to LCEC and FPL websites and hurricane guides, plus safety tips for power outages.

Pets -
Features Lee County Animal Services' hurricane preparation tips, microchip and lost pet information. Pet-friendly lodging links and Hurricane FAQ for pet owners.

For more information on the Lee County Library System, please visit us online at www.lee-county.com/library.

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