UPDATE: Oct 3 | 9 a.m.
FEMA Disaster Assistance
Online: www.DisasterAssistance.gov
Call: 1-800-621-3362
When you apply, have the following information on hand.
• The address of your damaged home or apartment
• Names of people living in your household
• A description of your disaster damages
• Insurance information
• Your Social Security Number
• A telephone number where you can be reached or left a message
• An address where you can get mail
•If you want your disaster assistance funds sent directly to your bank, provide FEMA your bank information
FEMA Disaster Recovery Center
Largo Public Library, 120 Central Park Drive, Largo FL 33771
Cooling/Comfort Stations
Cooling/Comfort Stations are now operating in each neighborhood. These stations will be operational daily from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Residents can use these areas to cool down, shower, and charge devices. The Treasure Island Community Park and Sunset Beach locations will have laundry capabilities.
Locations:
• Treasure Island Community Park/Center | 106th Avenue and Park Place
• Sunset Beach | Ring Billed Gull Lot | 8198 W. Gulf Blvd.
• Treasure Bay | 10315 Paradise Blvd.
• Rosselli Park | 12299 Capri Circle South
Power Restoration
Duke Energy has restored power to all areas that can be restored. Power that is still out, Duke Energy estimates it could be an extensive amount of time before power is restored due to the extensive damage to the electrical systems.
Safety Inspections
The State Fire Marshal has directed and authorized by rule fire safety inspectors within the Office of State Fire Marshal to conduct inspections of one family and two family dwellings within the strained counties, as needed to facilitate the restoration of electric utilities expeditiously and safely. Fire inspectors from around the state, including electrical engineers, will be conducting inspections.
Water:
Pinellas County Government Utilities crews are working around the clock to repair broken water pipes following extensive damage from Hurricane Helene. While they're making these repairs to restore water service to over 2,000 water customers in Treasure Island, please use caution when driving past active worksites and continue to follow boil water notice guidelines until this order is lifted.
Trash Collection:
Trash collection is ongoing around the island but will be a slow process with so many municipalities accessing the county’s disposal site.
Debris Collection (does not include Sunset Beach)
Our debris collection crews are working diligently, but due to the extensive damage, we may only be able to collect debris from as little as a few properties each day. Please note that debris removal for the entire island may take up to 6 months or longer.
While City employees can collect mixed debris, FEMA contractors are prohibited and can only collect debris separated by category. To ensure your debris is picked up, please separate debris into the following four categories to comply with FEMA:
• Appliances
• Household Items
• Construction Materials
• Yard Debris
Crews will make a single pass through each property and will not revisit areas until the initial pass across the island is completed. To keep everyone informed, we will update a map daily to reflect our progress. View the map on the city’s main webpage at MyTreasureIsland.com.
Residents of Sunset Beach:
• PLEASE, DO NOT PLACE DEBRIS ON SAND PILES. When debris is placed on the piles, city crews and contractors cannot remove the sand – slowly the cleanup process.
• Do not place waste in the road or on access paths.
• Door-side trash service will be provided for those with sand piled in front of their house. Only plastic trash bags weighing less than 15 pounds will be collected at this time.
Commercial Debris:
Commercial establishments, including apartment complexes, will have to provide their own contractors to remove debris from their properties.
PERMITS:
Find out what you need to obtain a permit for after a storm. The city is working on waiving permit fees for repairs related to storm damage:
mytreasureisland.org/residents/departments/community_improvement/index.php
• 727-547-4575 ext. 230
• permits@mytreasureisland.org
Pinellas County will be documenting flood damages to apply for potential state and federal emergency assistance. They are asking individuals and businesses to report damages to ensure all damage is accounted for.
• Residents are asked to report their flood damage at https://survey123.arcgis.com
• Businesses are asked to report damages at https://floridadisaster.biz
• Both reporting tools are available on the Ready Pinellas app. pinellas.gov/ready-pinellas/
Crisis Cleanup Assistance
Crisis Cleanup has activated the Hurricane Helene Cleanup Hotline: (844) 965-1386. This is for people who need help cleaning up damage from the Hurricane Helene and connects people with volunteers from local relief organizations, community groups and faith communities who may be able assist with jobs such as muck-outs (cleaning up), trees, tarp, and debris. All services are free, but service is not guaranteed. This hotline will remain open through Friday, Oct. 11, 2024.
