Hurricane Season Porta Potty Planning

Published 2026-10-22 · By Beacon, owner

What should I do with a rented porta potty before a hurricane?

Before a hurricane, call to have the unit strapped to a fixed anchor, laid down, or picked up. An empty porta potty weighs under 200 pounds and can be thrown by strong wind. Job sites should pick a plan when the storm enters the forecast cone, because service routes fill fast.

• Strapping: works for tropical-storm winds at sheltered spots.
• Laying down: crews tip the unit door-up after pumping it, so it cannot catch wind.
• Pickup: best for coastal and open sites, such as Flagler Beach or Anastasia Island.

Why do homes need porta potties after a storm?

Homes on a well lose running water when the power goes out, because the well pump is electric. Homes with a septic lift pump can lose toilets the same way. A porta potty in the driveway keeps a family going until power returns, which can take days in rural Putnam, Clay and Flagler counties.

How do I get a unit quickly after the storm?

Call as soon as roads are open, give your address and a map pin, and say whether trees block the drive. Recovery orders are scheduled by when the road is reachable. Crews cleaning up downed trees also need units under Florida's 1-per-10-workers rule.

Related: same-day porta potty rental and porta potties for homes.