North Broward News

Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, representing Florida's 20th district in the U.S. Congress, has recently shared updates and activities through her social media posts. Her messages focus on community preparedness for Hurricane Milton, breast cancer awareness efforts, and the promotion of reading among children.

On October 8, 2024, Congresswoman Cherfilus-McCormick issued a warning about Hurricane Milton. She emphasized the importance of preparing for potential flooding by using sandbags to protect homes. The congresswoman directed residents of Broward and Palm Beach County to access nearby distribution sites for these resources. She urged the community to stay safe during this period. "Hurricane Milton is expected to bring heavy rainfall, leading to potential flooding."

Later that day, she attended an event named Pink Up Lauderhill over the weekend. The event focused on raising awareness about breast cancer research, prevention, and treatment. Cherfilus-McCormick stressed the need for affordable access to necessary medical check-ups for everyone in attendance at the event. "I attended Pink Up Lauderhill over the weekend."

On October 9, 2024, Congresswoman Cherfilus-McCormick shared her experience speaking with the Lauderdale Lakes community about the significance of reading. She highlighted reading as a crucial activity for children's cognitive development and reiterated her commitment to ensuring that every child possesses essential skills for success in education and beyond. "I had a blast talking about the importance of reading with the Lauderdale Lakes community!"