Peak hurricane season is upon us. While the season has been relatively quiet so far, now isn’t the time to let your guard down.

Lakeland Electric works year-round to strengthen our electric system and prepare crews for storm response, but every household should have a plan.

Here are six ways to stay prepared and help our city rebound when a storm does hit:

Build a seven-day emergency kit (Think: spare batteries, drinking water, a change of clothes)
Securing outdoor items
Know your evacuation route
Keep electronic devices charged
Stay away from downed power lines after a storm
Call (863) 834-9535 to update your phone number for outage notifications

These steps are a good start, but Lakeland Electric's 2026 Hurricane Guide is your one-stop resource for before, during, and after the storm.

Download the guide or request a print copy for preparedness checklists, emergency contacts, outage information, and more safety tips.