PASCO COUNTY, Fla. – Pasco County has declared a local state of emergency in anticipation of Hurricane Milton.
Mandatory evacuations will be in effect for Zones A and B, all manufactured homes, mobile homes, and RVs, low-lying areas, and areas prone to flooding, beginning Monday, October 7th at 10:00 a.m.
Voluntary evacuations are also recommended for Zone C, special needs residents, and those vulnerable to power loss.
READ: Pinellas County Orders Mandatory Evacuations For Healthcare Facilities, Affecting 6,600 Patients
Know Your Zone and Find Shelter
Residents are urged to confirm their evacuation zone by visiting mypas.co/Map and entering their address. Shelters will open on Monday, October 7th for those who need a safe place to stay during the storm. A full list of shelters is available at MyPasco.net.
Stay Informed and Get Assistance
READ: AccuWeather Warns Tampa Bay Region To Prepare For Potential ‘Historic’ Hurricane Milton
Pasco County Customer Service is available by phone at 727-847-2411 or online chat at MyPasco.net. They are open until 7 p.m. on Sunday and will be available 24 hours a day starting Monday at 7 a.m. For emergencies, call 911.
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