Hillsborough County has opened an emergency storm shelter for residents who are concerned about their safety as Tropical Storm Nicole approaches Hillsborough County. The shelter is located at Erwin Technical College, 2010 E. Hillsborough Ave., Tampa, FL 33610. The shelter opens at noon today, November 9th.
No evacuations have been ordered in Hillsborough County. The shelter is intended for residents who are concerned about staying in their homes during a tropical storm, such as those who depend on electricity for medical needs or who live in homes and manufactured housing that are susceptible to storm damage. .
Pets will be accepted. Pet owners should bring a sturdy carrier for each pet that allows the pet room to stand and move around. Also bring proof of current rabies vaccination and license for dogs and cats, as well as pet supplies including food, water, litter, treats, cleaning supplies and medications, etc. The pet must arrive on a leash or in a carrier.
Wherever possible, residents should consider other alternatives to a public shelter, such as staying with friends, family or in a hotel.
Erwin Technical College is on three HART bus lines. HART is running a regular schedule today.
Prepare for the storm and possible strong winds
Residents and visitors should pay attention to weather forecasts and make decisions accordingly. Tropical Storm Nicole could bring heavy rain, damaging winds and a storm surge of 1 to 3 feet to the Tampa Bay area, according to the National Weather Service.
Residents are asked to prepare their properties for storms by cleaning gutters and downspouts, trimming trees and hedges if necessary, and moving patio furniture, birdbaths and other light and bulky items. insecurity indoors. Items that cannot be moved inside must be tied or otherwise secured.
Hillsborough County is not currently conducting any sandbagging operations.
Connect. Stay alert.
For more information on Hillsborough County’s response to Tropical Storm Nicole, visit HCFLGov.net/StaySafeand register for the HCFL Alert system. Additionally, you can follow Hillsborough County on social media on Facebook, Twitter and Nextdoor for updates.
Residents without digital access are encouraged to call (813) 272-5900, the county’s main information line, or visitHCFLGov.net/StaySafe.
