Standing water creates the perfect breeding ground for mosquitoes. Stop the breeding and the biting:
💦 Drain water in containers around your home.
✅ Use repellent when outdoors.
🪟 Repair screens to keep the bugs out.
‼️ On sunny Florida days, keep your cool by practicing heat safety.
Drink water often & limit exposure to severe heat.
🌞 For more on heat safety, visit https://t.co/jCF5xVTEpE.
Keep them safe!
Everyone plays a role in drowning prevention.
➡️ Never leave a child alone around water.
➡️ Closely supervise.
➡️ Use barriers, such as fences.
Learn more: https://t.co/R2cqL0rJdD
🌀The 2026 Atlantic Hurricane Season starts June 1 - November 30.
You may hear unfamiliar weather terms, but understanding the forecast ahead of time helps you act quickly & make informed decisions when it matters most.
⤵️ Catch up on the terms below & review the FL Hurricane Guide: https://t.co/IK0s85Iatx
Know your risk so you can act quickly when a storm is on the horizon.
📍 Know Your Zone—Does your home lies in an evacuation zone?
🏠 Know Your Home—How resilient is your home against hazards like wind & rain?
Watch below to learn how to find your evacuation zone ⤵️ https://t.co/mk3wIZ2loW.
📡 For Day 3 of Florida Hurricane Preparedness Week, we’re focusing on staying informed before & during the storm.
▪️ Have multiple ways to receive weather alerts
▪️ Know the hazards that could impact your area & what they mean for you
▪️ Understand the difference between watches & warnings
❗️ Being informed helps you act faster when it matters most. Sign up for local weather alerts at https://t.co/lcGeTqOFfJ!
#DYK that DOH-Martin offers a FREE diabetes prevention program?
Trained lifestyle coaches can guide your wellness journey with tips for healthy eating, stress management and increasing physical activity.
💠 Learn more: https://t.co/nzEpNj5KQ4
Taking control of your health empowers you to live fully.
✔️ Test, Talk, Take Control.
✔️ Free testing available in Indiantown and Stuart.
✔️ No appointment needed.
#MentalHealth is connected with physical health and lays the foundation for positive growth. If you or someone you know is struggling, help is available. Call or text 988 to reach the Florida Lifeline, 24/7.
🌀 We’re 5 weeks away from the start of the 2026 Atlantic Hurricane Season!
Now is the time to review your plan & make necessary preparations.
📘 Use our Hurricane Guide to help you get ready at https://t.co/XcA4WkWAjT.
🌎 Happy #EarthDay! Today is a great reminder of the power of Mother Nature & in Florida.
Take time to #MakeAPlan & build your disaster supply kit so you’re ready for whatever may come this upcoming hurricane season.
💪 Together we work build a more resilient Florida!
Explore FL's hazards: https://t.co/MmzncM81ek & find more prep tips: https://t.co/Nx8Gor5Axr.
🗣️ A strong communication plan is crucial during an emergency.
📲 Decide how your team will stay connected
📞 Keep contact information up to date
⚠️ Sign up for emergency alerts
https://t.co/IPaFoZlUAT
It's Florida Public Health Week!
👏 Public health professionals are dedicated to promoting, protecting, and improving health in communities every day.
➡️ Learn more about programs and services: https://t.co/nOssedmtir
April is hot car death prevention month in Florida. Temperatures inside a car can soar to life-threatening levels in just a few minutes. Never leave people or pets in a car. https://t.co/wHW9M9gocl