Emergency Information
View the latest storm forecasts
In the case of a large-scale emergency in Pinellas County, this page will be updated on an ongoing basis.
In the case of a fire, police or medical emergency, call 9-1-1.
Sandbags & Flood Barriers
Prepare for hurricane season by getting flood barriers or sandbags pre-season if you are in a low-lying area. Pinellas County cannot guarantee the availability of sandbags immediately before a storm. Sandbag distribution sites typically end up with long lines before a storm, keeping residents tied up in traffic lines and away from other important preparedness work. You can get sandbags in a lower-stress setting BEFORE hurricane season. Learn more
Look Up Your Evacuation Zone
Evacuation zones are based on storm surge. Know your risk from storm surge and check your evacuation zone.
Download the Ready Pinellas emergency planning app on the Apple App Store or Google Play. The updated version is available in English and Spanish. Apple users will receive an automatic update. Android users can update the app in Google Play.
Be Prepared
- Know Your Risk
- Evacuation Information
- Make a Plan
- Emergency Kit and Shelter Supply List
- Prepare Your Pets
- Prepare Your Boat for Hurricane Season
- Stay Informed
- Get Involved
Public Evacuation Shelters
Evacuation Orders: None
Public Shelters: Closed
County Information Center: Closed
Traffic Information
- FL511.com for tools on traffic information statewide, regional or roadway-specific; Florida 511 mobile app; Twitter @fl511_tampabay; or call 511 toll free for updates in English and Spanish.
- View road closures
- Pinellas County roadway conditions on X (formerly Twitter): @pinellastraffic
News & Events
The 2024 hurricane season starts June 1, and Pinellas County Emergency Management asks residents to remember three things to survive a disaster….
- May 30, 2024 Manejo de Emergencias del Condado Pinellas comparte tres pasos claves para una temporada de huracanes más segura
- May 24, 2024 Pinellas County and Tarpon Springs Fire Rescue to host free hurricane preparedness expo on June 1
- May 24, 2024 Condado Pinellas y Cuerpo de Bomberos de Tarpon Springs tendrán una expo gratis sobre preparación para huracanes el 1 de junio
- May 10, 2024 Pinellas County opens new self-serve sandbag site at Solid Waste Complex
- May 10, 2024 Condado Pinellas abre nueva zona de autoservicio de sacos de arena en el Complejo de Desperdicios Sólidos
View all Emergency Management news
During emergencies, updates will be posted on our X (formerly Twitter) feed: @PinellasGov