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Florida offers tax break on hurricane supplies this weekend

ORLANDO, Fla. — People in Florida will be able to save money on supplies to keep their families safe this hurricane season starting this weekend.

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Florida’s “Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday” starts Saturday.

Shoppers can buy things like batteries, flashlights, and household items without paying sales tax.

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Some generators and even pet food are also included.

The sales-tax holiday runs through September 8.

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A full list of items that will be tax-free and more details can be found here.

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