A MESSAGE FROM THE MAYOR

In fact, the general consensus so far amongst the many entities that release tropical forecasts is that this will be another active season for the Atlantic basin Total named storms, hurricanes, and major hurricanes are forecast to be above average this coming season Let’s all hope they are wrong

June 1 marks the beginning of the Atlantic hurricane season. The season lasts until Nov. 30. While September and October tend to see a higher frequency of storms, we need to be ready just in case an early storm heads this way.

If you haven’t received your reentry sticker for your vehicle, don’t wait for a storm to approach. Get it now at the Tax Collector’s Office on Plantation Key.

Review your evacuation plans and ensure your evacuation kit is in order and up to date Some have never fully recovered from Hurricane Irma that hit us four years ago this September. But it is important to remember the lessons learned Have a plan and say a prayer

Visit www.islamorada.fl.us and click on the “Residents” tab and go to “Hurricane Preparedness.” There, you will find valuable information that’s intended to help assure you will be prepared. Also, be sure to download the My Islamorada app, available on iPhone and Android, to stay up-to-date on all the latest happenings.

Village of Islamorada

86800 Overseas Highway, Islamorada, FL 33036

T. 305.664.6400

F. 305.664.6464

If you haven’t gotten your reentry sticker for your vehicle, don’t wait for a storm to approach. Get it now at the Tax Collector ’s Office on Plantation Key islamorada.fl.us

Go to the Village website at www islamorada fl us and click on the “Residents” tab and go to Hurricane Preparedness There is so much valuable data on this page intended to help assure you have all the information you need to be prepared Sign up for Islamorada Emergency Alerts to receive email notifications of local actions being taken and current conditions in the Village during approaching storms

Islamorada has amazing staff members who are well trained in emergency management procedures. Our experience during the devastation caused by Hurricane Irma taught us much about the importance of preparation. And that is what will help us weather any storm and recover as quickly as possible.

Please do your part to protect your loved ones, your property and our village. Review your evacuation plans and ensure your evacuation kit is in order and up to date.

Islamorada has key staff members who are well trained in emergency procedures if needed. Our experience during the devastation caused by Hurricane Irma has taught us much about the importance of preparation And that is what will help us weather any storm and recover as quickly as possible

Together let us unite our community for a better future.

Please do your share to protect your loved ones, your property, and our Village. Together let us unite our community for a better future.

Blessings to all,

Blessings to All,

Joseph “Buddy” Pinder III Mayor, Islamorada

Buddy Pinder Mayor, Islamorada, Village of Islands

Buddy Pinder Mayor

Sharon Mahoney Vice Mayor

Mark Gregg Council Member

Elizabeth Jolin Council Member

Henry Rosenthal Council Member

Ted Yates Village Manager

Terry Abel Fire Chief

Derek Paul Captain, MCSO

By Jim McCarthy

Every storm brings lessons for the areas in the bullseye to the places less devastated but noticeably affected by the outer bands. Hurricane Ian was no different, as the Category 4 storm brought unimaginable storm surge and destruction to Florida’s southwestern coast last September.

Ian rolled over the southwestern coast of Cuba on Sept. 27, 2022 as a Category 3 storm. Skirting up the Gulf of Mexico, Ian gained steam over the warm waters as maximum sustained winds reached 150 mph — just shy of a Category 5 storm.