Coordinating preparation, response, and recovery across 25+ organizations to protect 390,000 residents. Together, we build a more resilient community.
DRCC coordinates the full spectrum of disaster management — from pre-season preparedness through emergency response and long-term community recovery.
Training, planning, and equipping our community before disaster strikes. Building resilience through education and resource coordination.
Coordinated multi-agency response when disaster hits. Deploying resources, opening shelters, and protecting lives in the critical first hours.
Long-term rebuilding and restoration. Case management, financial assistance, and community support to help families rebuild their lives.
The time to prepare is before the storm. Use these resources to protect your family, property, and community.
Water, non-perishable food, flashlight, batteries, first aid kit, medications, important documents, and cash. Pack enough for 72 hours.
Checklist →
Establish meeting points, emergency contacts, and evacuation routes. Ensure every family member knows the plan before a storm approaches.
Create Plan →
Install hurricane shutters, trim trees, secure outdoor furniture, and know your flood insurance coverage. Preparation reduces damage and saves money.
Home Guide →
Maintain a 7-day supply of medications, keep medical records accessible, and know the locations of nearby shelters with medical services.
Medical Tips →
Include pets in your evacuation plan. Prepare carriers, food, medications, and ID tags. Know which shelters accept animals.
Pet Plan →
Sign up for Collier County emergency alerts, monitor NOAA weather radio, and follow local officials on social media for real-time updates.
Alert Signup →DRCC brings together nonprofits, government agencies, faith-based organizations, and community partners to create a unified disaster response network.
Knowing your evacuation zone could save your life. When an evacuation order is issued, act immediately.
If you've been impacted by a disaster, help is available. These resources connect you with assistance for housing, financial aid, and emotional support.
Call 211 for immediate assistance connecting with local disaster recovery services, shelter information, and referral to case management.
Emergency shelter, temporary housing, and long-term housing recovery programs. FEMA assistance, SBA disaster loans, and local nonprofit support.
FEMA Individual Assistance, SBA disaster loans, local emergency funds, and nonprofit financial assistance programs for impacted households.