Surges in consumer demand due to hurricanes can cause disruptions in Florida’s fuel distribution
system. Early preparation by consumers will reduce the strain on fuel distribution. Follow these tips to
help ensure that fuel is available as needed:
• Keep all vehicles at least half full during hurricane season.
• Keep at least one vehicle filled with gasoline once the earliest predictions indicate a storm may
threaten the state.
• Pre-purchase fuels (LP gas and gasoline) for generators at the start of hurricane season.
• Use gasoline fuel stabilizer to keep gasoline fresh and ready to use when it is needed.
• Properly stored fuels can be safely stored throughout hurricane season, and can be transferred into
vehicles for use, should no emergency arise.
Remember Fuel Safety:
• Refill fuel containers on the ground, not in the truck bed or trunk.
• Transport and store fuel ONLY in appropriate containers- look for DOT approved containers that
close tightly and do not leak.
• NEVER store or transport gasoline in milk jugs or open top containers!
• Store fuel in a safe and well-ventilated location.
• Typically fuel containers are color coded for various fuels:
o Red containers are intended for gasoline and other highly flammable liquids.
o Blue containers are used for storing kerosene.
o Yellow containers are used for diesel fuel.
o Green containers typically are designed for storing oil.
For more information or to report fuel quality issues
before or after a weather event, call 1-800-HELP-FLA
(English) or 1-800-FL-AYUDA