Hurricane season 2026 starts June 1 — here's your 772 prep checklist

Hurricane season officially starts June 1 and runs through November 30. If you live in the 772, this isn't optional — you need a plan.

Here's what every Treasure Coast homeowner should have ready before June: hurricane shutters or impact windows installed and tested, a generator (whole-home or portable) with fresh fuel, a 72-hour emergency kit with water, food, medications, and documents, your insurance policy reviewed and updated, trees trimmed away from your roof and power lines, and a clear evacuation route planned.

Don't wait until there's a storm in the Gulf. Every year people scramble for plywood and generators after the first advisory. Contractors are booked solid by then. Prep now while you can actually get someone to show up.

If you need a roofer for an inspection, a tree service for trimming, or a generator installer, hit our home services page — all local 772 pros who can get it done before June 1.