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City Updates - August 29, 2023 |
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Hurricane Idalia - City Services & Resident Updates
See below a comprehensive list of updates from the City regarding services.
Please share this information with your friends, family, and neighbors, as collective preparedness can make a significant difference during these challenging times.
We encourage you to take these precautions seriously and prioritize your safety. Stay alert, stay prepared, and stay informed. The safety of our community is of utmost importance.
County Notices
- Mandatory Evacuation has been ordered for Zone A and Mobile Homes. More Information
- Pinellas to open 10 evacuation shelters on 8/29 at 7 a.m. More Information
- PSTA buses will run free on 8/29 to help residents get to shelters until tropical storm force winds reach the area.
- County information Center is open for preparedness questions and special needs registration from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Call 727-464-4333. Residents who are deaf or hard of hearing can contact via the online chat at bit.ly/PinellasChat
Trash & Recycling
- Trash and Recycling is suspended for routes Tuesday (8/29) and Wednesday (8/30)
- Pull carts and debris off the curb and secure them
- Drop-off site containers have been removed
- No yard waste will be collected at this time, do not put out yard waste!
City Facilities
- All City facilities are now closed to the public
- This includes all recreation centers, the library, all parks, and public restrooms
- All City facilities that do not have storm rated windows have been shuttered and secured
- Power and water has been shut down at the Marina. Those who have a vessel at the Marina are encouraged to remove or secure their vessel immediately
Emergency Operations
- The City Commission has declared a state of emergency
- Emergency Operations Center was activated 8/29 at 1 p.m.
- Fire Department Storm Units will be staffed to respond to wires down and other storm damage incidents 8/29 at 1 p.m until weather conditions deteriorate
- Emergency Operations & Public Works department will open roadways as quickly as possible after the storm conditions have passed
- City Leadership are continuing to monitor the storm with county emergency management teams
Electricity & Duke
- Stay informed about the status of power outages with Duke Alerts. More information
- Visit https://duke-energy.com on a desktop computer or mobile device
- Use the Duke Energy mobile app – Download the Duke Energy App from a smartphone via Apple Store or Google Play
- Text OUT to 57801 (standard text and data charges may apply)
- Call the automated outage reporting system at 800.228.8485
- Customer service specialists will be available to manage customer calls should the need arise, with additional corporate responders from across all Duke Energy jurisdictions available to assist as needed
- Stay connected with Duke Energy on Twitter & Facebook
Roads & Stormwater Drains
- Road, ditches and stormwater systems have been cleaned of debris
- Learn about the dangers of driving through standing or still water - click here
Water & Wastewater
- We ask everyone to try and conserve water and reduce the amount of flushing while the storm passes through our area
- Water & Wastewater facilities have been shuttered and secured with supplies and equipment
- Both plants have staff to remain fully operational during the storm
Boards & Committees, Citizens Academy
- All Boards and Committee Meetings are cancelled through the end of the week
- Citizens Academy Class is cancelled this week
Construction in Dunedin
- Construction sites and companies with open permits have been notified to secure sites, equipment, and materials for the potential storm.
Sandbag Distribution
- Sandbag Distribution is now closed
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