Emergency Procedures
The Sorrento building is equipped with:
  • Fire extinguishers – two (2) located on each floor, one on the north end and one on the
    south end.
  • Announcement speakers for fire evacuation are located on each floor and in each unit.
  • Individual unit smoke alarms sound only within that unit.
  • Smoke detectors located in the hallways of each floor sound a building fire evacuation
    announcement.

In the event of a fire in the building:
  • Call 911
  • The speakers on each floor and in each unit will sound an alarm that there is a fire
    emergency and the hallway strobe lights will flash.  You will be instructed to vacate the
    building.  
  • Proceed to the stairway and walk down to the ground level.  Do not use the elevators.
  • Exit the building and proceed to a safe distance away from the building and away from
    the main driveway area.
  • If the fire is blocking your exit from your unit, or you need assistance, go to your lanai
    and close the sliding doors.  The fire rescue team will come to your aide.

In the event of a fire in your individual unit:
  • Call 911
  • A fire extinguisher should be used ONLY if the fire is extremely small (such as a pan on
    the stove).  Fire extinguishers are located in the hallways on each floor.
  • Exit your unit immediately.
  • Go to the nearest stairway.
  • Pull the manual alarm to signal a fire emergency.
  • Proceed to the stairway and walk down to the ground level.  Do not use the elevators.
  • Exit the building and proceed to a safe distance away from the building and away from
    the main driveway area.
  • If the fire is blocking your exit from your unit, or you need assistance, go to your lanai
    and close the sliding doors.  The fire rescue team will come to your aide.

  • Make sure you have an adequate supply of potable water and non-perishable food        
    items for several days.  You should also have emergency lights and batteries, a battery
    powered radio, a first aid kit with a supply of any prescription medications, personal
    hygiene supplies and any other items that may be considered necessary for your
    comfort.

  • Be sure your car’s gas tank is filled.  Have a plan as to where you would go during the
    storm in the event the building must be evacuated.  

  • Remove all loose items including furniture and plants from your balconies and place
    them inside the building.

  • Keep your radio tuned to the local station for the latest weather service advisories as
    well as special instructions from local government.

HURRICANE WARNING – Issued by the National Hurricane Center when sustained winds of
74 MPH or higher are expected in a specific coastal area in 24 hours or less.  When a Warning
is issued, all precautions should be taken immediately.

  • Immediately check all windows and sliding glass doors to make sure they are securely
    closed and locked.

  • Close and secure hurricane shutters.

  • Close all draperies, shades and blinds.


  • Move all items necessary for survival/comfort to a convenient area in your residence.


  • Remain in contact with informational sources.


When the order to “Evacuate” has been issued:

  • Remove all perishable food from the refrigerator and freezer.  

  • Make a final check to determine that you have secured everything as much as possible
    and have gathered all the necessary items needed to take with you.

  • Disconnect all electricity at the circuit breaker panel.

  • Close and lock your door and evacuate as quickly as possible using the designated
    evacuation route.


Pets are not permitted in most Emergency Shelters.

  • If you have a pet, be sure you have a carrier, collar and leash, and adequate food,
    water and medication supplies.

  • If going to a shelter, motel or hotel, be sure that they allow pets.


IMPORTANT TELEPHONE NUMBERS

All Emergencies                                                 911
Lee County Emergency Operations           239-477-3600
American Red Cross                                  239-278-3401
National Weather Service                          239-332-4030                

Lee County Storm Information Hotline            239-477-1900

  Emergency Broadcast Radio Stations
Fort Myers             WGCU-FM  90.1
Naples                   WSGL-FM  104.7

PLEASE NOTIFY THE MANAGER WHEN YOU LEAVE

David Lisbon, Manager
Sorrento at The Colony
239-949-8508
Cell:  239-404-9894
Hurricane Procedures for Owners and Guests to follow in the event of a hurricane.  
Please, also consult the Lee County Emergency Management All Hazards Guide
Hurricane Procedures
Fire Emergency Procedure
An AED Unit
(automated external
defibrillator) is located
in the fitness room
and at the swimming
pool. An instructional
VCR tape is available
in the office for
personal viewing to
learn how to use the
AED Unit.
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Reminder

The  social room is
now connected to the
generator in case of
power outage.  This
will provide a place to
meet, cook, charge
cell phones, and  
receive broadcast
information.

The generator now will
provide power for
partial garage lighting,
garage doors, hallway
lighting, the social
room and kitchen.
The elevators will be
run by generator after
the wind abates and
when cleared if water
intrudes.
If you would like to
volunteer in case of
an emergency
disaster please print,
complete and fax the  
volunteer form






For links to the Local
Emergency Facilities
please Click Here