As we close out the 2025 Atlantic Hurricane Season, the first in nearly a decade with no major U.S. landfalls and no direct threats to Florida, now is the perfect time to look ahead and strengthen our preparedness for 2026.

At the CIL, we believe that being informed today means being safer tomorrow. That’s why we’re excited to announce our dates for the 2026 Emergency Preparedness Expos, offering FREE resources to help people with disabilities in our community prepare for any type of emergency.

Each expo will feature vital resources, local partners, and guidance to help you feel confident and prepared for any type of emergency. ASL interpreters will be provided.

📅 Please save the date for your county’s expo below, and let’s stay ready for the 2026 Atlantic Hurricane Season.

These events are FREE and open to the disability community and their families.
For additional information, please contact:
📧 Kevin Towles — ktowles@cilncf.org
📞 (352) 368-3788

Let’s stay prepared, stay informed, and stay connected.

📍 2026 EXPO LOCATIONS & DATES

Columbia County
Columbia County Senior Service
628 SE Allison Ct, Lake City, FL 32025
🗓 February 21st | 10am–1pm

Alachua County
Senior Recreation Center
5701 NW 34th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32653
🗓 March 12th | 9am–1pm

Marion County
CFCC / Ewers Century Center
3001 SW College Rd, Ocala, FL 34474
🗓 March 24th | 9am–1pm

Putnam County
Putnam County Fairgrounds
118 Fairgrounds Rd, East Palatka, FL 32131
🗓 April 11th | 10am–1pm

Bradford County
Carley E. Johns Conference Center
1610 N Temple Ave, Starke, FL 32091
🗓 April 25th | 10am–1pm