UPDATE: Sept. 27 | 6:30 p.m.
Due to storm-related damages, Pinellas County Utilities is restricting potable water service on the barrier islands from John's Pass to Fort De Soto. This affects St. Pete Beach, Treasure Island, and Tierra Verde. Thesystem has many breaks, and therefore the water does not meet safe drinking standards. This poses health and safety risks, and residents should evacuate if they haven’t already.  

Details on the Restriction 
- Potable water service will be shut off starting at 8 p.m. on Friday, September 27. 
- The reason for shut off is because the station will run out of remaining water. 
- Residents and businesses will be without potable water until repairs are made. 

Risks and Urgent Call to Action 
- The lack of water service extends to fire lines, meaning fire hydrants will not function. 
- Two water tankers will be stationed for emergency fire response. 
- Water pressure will drop tonight after 8 p.m., and any remaining water must be boiled before use. A boiled water notice will be issued at that time. 

Damage and Repair Efforts 
- The Gulf Beach Water Booster Station in St. Pete Beach is damaged due to flooding and storm surge from Hurricane Helene. 
- We have deployed every possible resource to complete repairs as soon as possible. This may take some time. We will have a better assessment later tomorrow. 
- Hundreds of pipes are damaged, buried in sand, and require excavation to locate and repair. 

Impact on Private Water Lines 
- Many homes and businesses have experienced broken private water lines, which may prevent restoration even when the system is back online.   

Evacuation Urged 
- Residents who have not evacuated should heed evacuation warnings for their safety due to the health and safety risks of being without potable water during this time. 

  Contacts for Residents 
- For updates or questions, residents can contact Customer Service at (727) 464-4000 or email custsrv@pinellas.gov