Hurricane Milton impacted the area on October 9, 2024, through October 10, 2024.
October 18, 10:00 A.M.
Hurricane Milton Update, Recovery
DEBRIS REMOVAL: debris removal continues today on public roads
FDOT will provide additional debris cleanup services along Gulf of Mexico Drive
Only properties on Gulf of Mexico Drive are to use the state highway right-of-way for debris dumping – if you are found dumping along Gulf of Mexico Drive, you may be required to return debris to your property or face fines for illegal dumping
DO NOT PLACE DEBRIS NEAR A BACKFLOW, MASTER METER, FIRE HYDRANT, OR MAILBOX – any repair costs for damages assessed to these devices by the debris removal contractors will be the responsibility of the property owner
WATER/WASTEWATER: LOW WATER PRESSURE IS TO BE EXPECTED UNTIL FULL REPAIRS ARE DONE
POOL FILLS – we request that all wait to fill pools as the water pressure is still low
POWER: FPL estimates all power is restored now - if you continue to have issues, please contact 800-226-3545
WiFi: services available at Bayfront Park Tennis Courts and Town Hall
SALVATION ARMY: providing free hot meals at Bayfront Park (4052 Gulf of Mexico Drive), approximately 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m., while the need remains on the island
WASHING FACILITIES: restrooms, showers, and laundry services are available at North Fire Station, 5490 Gulf of Mexico Drive
DRINKING WATER: pallets of drinking water are available at Bayfront Park (4052 Gulf of Mexico Drive, by restroom area) and Town Hall (501 Bay Isles Road) – please only take what you need
CYCLING ACTIVITIES: PLEASE REFRAIN from cycling on Gulf of Mexico Drive due to hazardous conditions of debris and sand
VOTING: to request a Vote By Mail/Absentee ballot contact the County Supervisor of elections (deadline to request is 10/24)
Manatee: 941-741-3823
Sarasota: 941-861-8618
IF YOU PREVIOUSLY REQUESTED VOTE BY MAIL Ballot and did not receive, check with the local post office
CONTRACTOR FRAUD: please be aware of contractor scams – do not provide deposits and/or sign contracts until you have verified the contractor
report any knowledge of fraud to Police at 941-316-1201
report fraud to the Florida Office of the Attorney General’s Office at 866-966-7226
FEMA: in the area for assistance
Representatives carry official photo identification – please ask to see their form of ID
FEMA representatives will NEVER charge for services
FEMA inspectors will never collect your personal financial information
Disaster Recovery Centers for assistance:
Sarasota Municipal Auditorium, 801 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota (7a-7p daily)
G.T. Bray Park, 5502 33rd Avenue Drive West, Bradenton (9a-7p)
"Blue Roof Mission" by the United States Army Corp of Engineers (USACE)
Provides and installs blue tarps on lost roofs - CLICK HERE to apply for the program
