Emergency Information
View the latest storm forecasts
In the case of a large-scale emergency in Pinellas County, this page will be updated on an ongoing basis.
In the case of a fire, police or medical emergency, call 9-1-1.
Sandbags & Flood Barriers
Prepare for hurricane season by getting flood barriers or sandbags pre-season if you are in a low-lying area. Pinellas County cannot guarantee the availability of sandbags immediately before a storm. Sandbag distribution sites typically end up with long lines before a storm, keeping residents tied up in traffic lines and away from other important preparedness work. You can get sandbags in a lower-stress setting BEFORE hurricane season. Learn more
Look Up Your Evacuation Zone
Evacuation zones are based on storm surge. Know your risk from storm surge and check your evacuation zone.
Download the Ready Pinellas emergency planning app on the Apple App Store or Google Play. The updated version is available in English and Spanish. Apple users will receive an automatic update. Android users can update the app in Google Play.
Be Prepared
Public Evacuation Shelters
Evacuation Orders: None
Public Shelters: Closed
County Information Center: Closed
Traffic Information
- FL511.com for tools on traffic information statewide, regional or roadway-specific; Florida 511 mobile app; Twitter @fl511_tampabay; or call 511 toll free for updates in English and Spanish.
- View road closures
- Pinellas County roadway conditions on X (formerly Twitter): @pinellastraffic
News & Events
Posted on behalf of the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office As a reminder, with hurricane season just around the corner, if you live…
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During emergencies, updates will be posted on our X (formerly Twitter) feed: @PinellasGov