ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. – Flooding is already impacting St. Petersburg as Hurricane Milton closes in. City officials are issuing an urgent plea for residents in evacuation zones and flood-prone areas to seek shelter immediately.
Don’t Wait! Evacuate Now!
“If you are in an area at risk of flooding, do not wait,” officials urge. “Evacuate to a shelter now!”
The following shelters are open in St. Petersburg:
- New Heights Elementary School: 3901 37th St N
- Gibbs High School: 850 34th St S
- Fairmont Park Elementary School: 575 41st St S
- Campbell Park Elementary School: 1051 7th Av S
READ: St. Petersburg Braces For Hurricane Milton’s Impact: Evacuations Urged As Storm Surge Threatens City
Hurricane Milton Poses Imminent Threat
Hurricane Milton, a powerful Category 4 storm, is expected to make landfall soon, bringing life-threatening storm surge, destructive winds, and heavy rainfall to the region. Flooding is already occurring in some areas, and conditions are expected to worsen rapidly.
Safety is Paramount
Do not attempt to ride out the storm if you are in an area at risk of flooding. Evacuate immediately to a safe location.
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