Hurricane Season Is Six Weeks Away — Here's How to Make Sure Your Family Is Ready in Wesley Chapel

PASCO COUNTY, FL — The 2026 Atlantic hurricane season officially begins June 1, and Pasco County is making it easier than ever for residents to get prepared before the storms arrive.

Pasco County Emergency Management recently hosted a free Disaster Preparedness Expo at Pasco Safety Town in Shady Hills, featuring first responder equipment displays, emergency vehicles, local emergency preparedness vendors, and a live appearance by renowned Tampa Bay meteorologist Denis Phillips — the region's most trusted voice during storm season. The event drew hundreds of Pasco County families eager to learn, prepare, and connect with local emergency services.

What Every Wesley Chapel Household Needs Before June 1

•        A 3–7 day supply of water: one gallon per person per day

•        Non-perishable food for at least three days — don't forget pet food if you have animals

•        Flashlights, extra batteries, and a battery-powered or hand-crank weather radio

•        A fully stocked first aid kit

•        Copies of important documents in a waterproof container: insurance cards, IDs, prescriptions

•        A full tank of gas and cash on hand before a storm warning is issued

•        A clear evacuation plan — know your zone and your route

Where to Get Your Preparedness Supplies

Pasco County Emergency Management offers free preparedness guides and resources at pascocountyfl.net/emergency. The Ready Pasco app is also available for download and sends real-time alerts specific to your area of the county.

📅 Hurricane season: June 1 – November 30, 2026

🌐 pascocountyfl.net/emergency | Download: Ready Pasco app

Sources: Wesley Chapel Community Website, Pasco County Emergency Management, Bay News 9