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Published on October 07, 2024
Tampa Declares State of Emergency Ahead of Hurricane Milton's Landfall, FEMA and Local Officials Coordinate ResponseSource: Google Street View

Hurricane Milton is approaching Tampa, prompting the city to prepare for its impact. FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell is in town to help local officials, including Mayor Jane Castor, with preparations. Castor has declared a State of Emergency, as reported by Tampa Government website. 

Mayor Castor's office has reported that emergency shelters are being activated, and efforts are underway to secure facilities and critical infrastructure. Mandatory evacuations for Evacuation Zones A, and B have been declared. 

The city has set up two sandbag distribution sites to help people protect their homes and businesses. These are located at Al Barnes Park on N 32nd Street and the Himes Avenue Complex on S Himes Avenue. City officials ask residents to be patient, as there may be long wait times due to high demand.

Keeping the community informed is a priority, and Tampa residents can stay updated on storm-related information through the city's emergency alert system. To subscribe, they need to text TAMPAREADY for English updates, or TAMPALISTA for Spanish updates, to 888-777.