Oakland Park Hurricane Contacts: Emergency & Utility Numbers

Oakland Park residents should keep a list of crucial contact information for emergency services and utility providers readily available as hurricane season continues. Having these numbers accessible can prove vital during severe weather.

The Lauderdale Lakes Hurricane Hotline can be reached at 954-535-2700, and Broward County's Hurricane Hotline is 954-831-4000. For non-emergency police matters, contact the BSO Police Department at 954-497-1646. Residents in Lauderdale Lakes needing to report utility issues should call 954-535-2815.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is available at 800-621-FEMA (3362). Broward Emergency Management offers assistance at 954-831-3900; 954-831-4000 also serves as the emergency management line during a storm. For power outages, contact Florida Power & Light (FPL) at 1-800-4-OUTAGE (1-800-468-8243) or visit their website.

The American Red Cross provides support at 954-763-9900. Residents are encouraged to save these numbers and develop a family emergency plan before storm threats arise.