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Timely news from departments and topics across Pinellas County.
Pinellas Update: County Consumer Protection warns against price gouging
Because Pinellas County is included in the governor’s state of emergency declaration for Tropical Storm Ian, residents and visitors are protected by...
Annual update of local hazard mitigation strategy plan complete
Pinellas County, its municipal partners and other stakeholders have updated this year’s Pinellas County local hazard mitigation strategy (LMS). The LMS is...
Local hazard mitigation strategy plan updated
Pinellas County, its municipal partners and other stakeholders have updated this year’s Pinellas County local hazard mitigation strategy (LMS). The LMS is...
The All-New Ready Pinellas app helps before, during and after a storm
For crucial emergency information and tools to help with preparing before, during and after a hurricane, Pinellas County encourages residents to download...
Pinellas County announces updated Ready Pinellas emergency planning app
As tropical activity heats up, Pinellas County is encouraging residents to download the updated Ready Pinellas mobile app to help prepare themselves...
The All Hazards Preparedness Guide is available in print and online
The 2022 All Hazards Preparedness Guides are available online in English, Spanish and Vietnamese. Print copies can be found in public libraries...
Hurricane Preparedness Day brings information to hundreds of residents
Hurricane season is here, and to help residents prepare, Pinellas County hosted a free Hurricane Preparedness Day event on June 4, providing...
Pinellas County updates hurricane evacuation zones
Nearly 48,000 households will have a new evacuation zone this hurricane season, and Pinellas County is urging residents to check their zones....
Hurricane exercise has countywide benefits
Local government and partner personnel across Pinellas County train year-round to practice preparation and response to disasters. This year a simulated Category...
Pinellas County hosts countywide hurricane simulation
Local government and partner personnel across Pinellas County are practicing their preparation and response to a simulated Category 2 hurricane this week...