UPDATE: OCT. 13 | 8:30 a.m.
Duke Energy has arrived on 115th Avenue on the Isle of Palms to remove and replace the large power poles that were damaged by Hurricane Milton. Power will most likely not be restored today in that area, but Duke Energy crews will be out working until power is restored.
Trash Collection:
Public Works continues waste collection. Crews are following the regular collection schedule as best as possible, but interruptions can happen along the way. Please keep your carts at the curb until they are emptied, and DO NOT place carts behind debris piles.
To help keep the collection process running smoothly, DO NOT place any construction debris in waste bins. This damages the city's trucks and equipment and will only slow the collection process.
Power
Duke Energy is working to restore power.
You can stay updated at duke-energy.com/outages or call 800-228-8485.
With power still out on the island, drivers must treat intersections as a four-way stop.
Sewer System/Water
Lift stations are operational but running on generator power. There is still a boil water notice in effect. Pinellas County continues to reduce water pressure to the southern barrier islands as they work on the water system. Please limit water use. If you see broken waterlines, please contact Pinellas Utilities at 727-464-4000.
Debris
Debris management operations have restarted. More contractors are in being deployed to the city to assist.
Residents are allowed to hire their own contractors for debris collection. Contractors must take the debris to a dump site themselves. FEMA operates the debris management around Pinellas County and will not allow private contractors to dispose of debris at those sites.
Cooling/Comfort Station:
The only cooling/comfort station is open in the parking lot of the Police/Fire station, 180 108th Avenue. Residents can use this area to cool down, shower, do laundry, and charge devices.
Disaster Assistance:
The city’s website offers resources to assist in disaster recovery. Click on the link on the homepage or directly access the page at MyTreasureIsland.com/DisasterAssistance
Sand Removal/Cleaning
Contractors have returned to Sunset Beach to restart the sand removal and restoration process.
Cleaning Process
• Sand on the bottom of piles that have touched roadways may not be used. Unusable sand will be disposed of.
• The sand recovery process includes the removal of foreign debris, such as glass, metal, and other storm remnants, to ensure the sand is safe for beachgoers and wildlife.
• The sand on the top and middle of piles will undergo a screening and sifting process to ensure the sand meets environmental standards for placement back onto the beach.
• Residents and businesses are reminded not to place debris and trash on top of sand piles. This will only further contaminate the sand.
