Preparación ante huracanes

Mongi Zekri, Robert E. Rouse, Robert E. Rouse, yJonathan H. Crane

This document discusses the impact of tropical storms and hurricanes on citrus groves, emphasizing the potential for significant rain and wind damage. Although hurricanes pose a serious threat to citrus groves, growers with pre-established hurricane plans can mitigate losses more effectively. In this text, recommendations are provided for adequately preparing for the hurricane season and minimizing its effects. 

José C. B. Dubeux, Jr. and Edward K. Twidwell

This 4-page document provides information on preparing forage crops, conserved forage, and grazing areas for potential hurricane damage and alleviating hurricane damage on forage crops and grazing lands in the Southeast United States, with an emphasis on the Florida peninsula and Gulf Coast.

Timothy K. Broschat and Derek Burch

Windstorms are always a matter of concern, but trees that have been selected properly, sited with care, and maintained so as to have a sturdy form and an open canopy stand the best chance of surviving intact and not adding to the damage in the area. It is worth learning how to prune and shape trees in order to minimize the risks of damage.

Tom Yeager

A UF/IFAS numbered Fact Sheet. in support of UF/IFAS Extension program: Plant Systems

Jessica M. Ryals yGary D. Butcher

Before the hurricane and tropical storm season, weatherizing your backyard poultry coops is crucial to ensure the safety and well-being of your birds. This publication outlines how to protect your coop from heavy winds, flooding, and flying debris. A well-built, well-anchored coop in a place that will not flood or blow over in strong winds is the goal. Written by Jessica M. Ryals and Gary D. Butcher, and published by the UF College of Veterinary Medicine, UF/IFAS Extension, August 2025.