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HURRICANE AND STORM SURGE WATCHES IN EFFECT FOR PORTIONS OF THE
FLORIDA GULF COAST… HURRICANE WARNINGS AND STORM SURGE WARNINGS ARE LIKELY TO BE ISSUED LATER IN THE DAY ON TUESDAY

TROPICAL STORM HELENE FORMS OVER THE NORTHWESTERN CARIBBEAN SEA…

SUMMARY OF 1100 AM EDT INFORMATION

LOCATION…19.5N 84.3W
ABOUT 180 MI…295 KM ESE OF COZUMEL MEXICO
ABOUT 170 MI…275 KM SSE OF THE WESTERN TIP OF CUBA
MAXIMUM SUSTAINED WINDS…45 MPH…75 KM/H
PRESENT MOVEMENT…NW OR 310 DEGREES AT 12 MPH…19 KM/H
MINIMUM CENTRAL PRESSURE…1000 MB…29.53 INCHES

Pinellas County

Pinellas County Information Center: Open – Call (727) 464-4333
Special needs assistance: Call (727) 464-4333 to register.

Pinellas County Schools
September 24, 2024 – 10:30 AM Update 
Pinellas County Schools is working closely with Pinellas County Emergency Management in preparation for the tropical system predicted to impact our community. Therefore, all Pinellas County Schools and offices will be CLOSED on Wednesday, September 25 through Thursday, September 26. All sports and school activities scheduled for Wednesday, September 25, through Thursday, September 26, are canceled.  

Sports and activities scheduled for Tuesday, September 24 will occur as scheduled. Activities at sites designated as shelters may be altered. 

Sandbags

Unincorporated Pinellas County: John Chesnut Park, 2200 East Lake Road S., Tuesday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Wednesday from 7 a.m. to noon. Note: John Chesnut Park will otherwise be closed to the public during sandbag operation hours. Sandbags are limited to 10 per household. Residents are encouraged to bring shovels

Largo: The City of Largo is NOT distributing sandbags. 

Pinellas and City of Clearwater: Joe DiMaggio Sports Complex, 2450 Drew Street, Clearwater; sunrise to sunset on Tuesday and 9 a.m. to noon on Wednesday. Unincorporated Pinellas and City of Clearwater residents only. Residents are encouraged to bring their own shovel.

Cities
City residents: Bring proof of residency. For the latest updates on city sandbag sites, visit your city’s website.

Belleair – Tuesday, Sept. 24, 12–6 p.m. (while supplies last). Varona Street, between the athletic fields.

Clearwater – North Beach (Juanita Way and Bay Esplanade) and Joe DiMaggio Sports Complex (2450 Drew St.) Tuesday, Sept. 24, from sunrise to sunset and Wednesday, Sept. 25, from 9 a.m. to noon. https://www.myclearwater.com/My-Government/0-City-Departments/Emergency-Management/Latest-Storm-Information

Dunedin – Tuesday, Sept. 24, 8 a.m. – 7 p.m. at Highlander Park
Gulfport – Monday, Sept. 23, 1 p.m. – 6 p.m. and Tuesday, Sept 24th, 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. at 49th St. Neighborhood Center at 1617 49th St. S. City residents only, bring proof of residency.

Indian Rocks Beach –Tuesday, Sept. 24, 12 p.m. to sunset and Wednesday, Sept. 25, at City Hall. City residents only.

Madeira Beach – 505 150th Ave. https://madeirabeachfl.gov/question/where-do-i-get-sand-bags/#/city/answers/hurricanes/where-do-i-get-sand-bags

Pinellas Park – Tuesday, Sept. 24, 8 a.m. – 7 p.m. and Wednesday, Sept. 25, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. at 6151 78th Ave N. and Helen Howarth Park at 6301 94th Ave.

Redington Beach – Sandbag information: https://townofredingtonbeach.com/2024/09/23/flood-watch-in-effect-sand-and-sandbags-available/
Redington Shores – Currently open at Town Hall, 17425 Gulf Blvd.

Safety Harbor – Tuesday Sept 24th, 3:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. at 1200 Railroad Ave. City residents only, bring proof of residency.

South Pasadena – Currently open at City Hall Annex Building, 6940 Hibiscus Ave S.

St. Pete Beach – Currently open at Egan Park. City residents only.

St. Petersburg – Tuesday, Sept, 24th, 7 a.m. – 7 p.m. and Wednesday, Sept. 25th, 7 a.m. – noon. https://www.stpete.org/residents/public_safety/sandbags.php

Tarpon Springs – Will open Tuesday, Sept 24th https://www.ctsfl.us/emergency-management/

Hillsborough County Schools

Schools closed on Wednesday and Thursday

PASCO COUNTY SCHOOLS

Wednesday, September 25, 2024: 

Schools will open as planned. 
All after-school activities and events are canceled for shelter and storm 
preparation. 
ASEP/PLACE activities will continue as usual. 

Thursday, September 26, 2024: 

All district offices and schools will be closed, including after-school 
programs, ASEP, and PLACE. 

Friday, September 27, 2024: 

Schools are expected to reopen, pending storm conditions. Further updates will 
be provided as information becomes available. 
Pasco County Schools appreciate the community’s understanding and cooperation 
as they work to ensure the safety of all families.