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FPL partners with senior center in Little Havana to hand out hurricane meal kits
By Matthew Garcia at WSVN 7 News
· June 23, 2026
· 1 min read
Florida Power & Light is offering a helping hand for hurricane season. FPL partnered with the Little Havana Activities and Nutrition Center to prepare emergency hurricane meal kits. Those kits were distributed to seniors across Miami who may not be able to leave their homes during or after a storm.
Key takeaway FPL partnered with the Little Havana Activities and Nutrition Center to prepare emergency hurricane meal kits.
Why this matters in The Miami
The partnership between FPL and the Little Havana Activities and Nutrition Center to distribute hurricane meal kits to seniors is a crucial step in addressing the unique vulnerabilities of Miami's elderly population during hurricane season. Many seniors in Miami, particularly those living in neighborhoods like Little Havana, may face significant challenges in accessing basic necessities like food and water during and after a storm. This initiative helps to mitigate those risks, providing a vital safety net for those who may be unable to leave their homes. As Miami continues to face the dual threats of Atlantic hurricanes and sea-level rise, efforts like this one will be essential in protecting the city's most vulnerable residents. The success of this program will likely depend on the ability of organizations like FPL and the Little Havana Activities and Nutrition Center to reach and support seniors in need, particularly in low-income and minority communities that are often disproportionately affected by natural disasters.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: WSVN 7 News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Florida Power & Light is offering a helping hand for hurricane season. FPL partnered with the Little Havana Activities and Nutrition Center to prepare emergency hurricane meal kits. Those kits were distributed to seniors across Miami who may not be able to leave their homes during or after a storm.
When was this published? This article was first published on June 23, 2026 by WSVN 7 News and curated for The Miami readers.
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