Hurricane Michael (NHC) ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - The City of St. Petersburg is urging residents to begin preparation for the 2024 hurricane season w
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. – The City of St. Petersburg is urging residents to begin preparation for the 2024 hurricane season which runs from June 1 to November 30.
The following opportunities are available:
- Purchase Supplies During Tax-Free Holiday:
- St. Pete residents are encouraged to stock up on hurricane essentials during the 14-day Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax holiday from June 1-14, and August 24 – September 6.
Read: 1-In-4 Floridians Would Ignore Hurricane Evacuation Warnings: AAA Survey
Examples of tax-free items could include:
- Flashlights and lanterns
- Radios
- Coolers and portable power banks
- Batteries and fuel tanks
- Generators
Prepare Yourself:
View the City’s “Good Neighbor Guide to Hurricane Planning” for tips on how to prepare for hurricane season at www.stpete.org/GNG
Read: Preparing For An Unprecedented 2024 Atlantic Hurricane Season: NOAA’s Forecast
Look up your hurricane evacuation level at www.kyz.pinellascounty.org Review Pinellas County’s Hurricane Guide at www.pinellas.gov/hurricane Find resources from the Florida Division of Emergency Management at www.floridadisaster.org/hazards/hurricanes
Fill Your Sandbags Proactively:
Did you know the City offers free sandbags year round? Visit the Pavement and Traffic Operations Building, 1744 9th Ave. N, during City business hours, Mon-Fri to get up to 10 free pre-filled sandbags, per household. This location will close during a declared emergency. More information at www.stpete.org/sandbags.
Stay Informed:
Sign up to receive emergency notifications with Alert Pinellas at www.pinellas.gov/alert View the latest storm information from the National Hurricane Center at www.nhc.noaa.gov
Visit www.stpete.org/hurricane for timely alerts and information before and after a storm
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