Hurricane Milton: Manatee County updates & information

As Hurricane Milton works its way toward Florida, here's what people in Manatee County need to know.

A local State of Emergency was declared for Tropical Storm Milton on Saturday.

Manatee County Evacuations:

Evacuations of zones A, B and C – along with all mobile/manufactured homes and RVs – begin at 2 p.m. Monday.

For a list of emergency centers, click here.

Manatee County Closings:

Manatee County Government will close all offices from Tuesday, Oct. 8, through Friday, Oct. 11.

All county parks are closed until further notice.

Manatee County Sandbags:

Bradenton sandbags

  • Public Works Annex, Sunday, Oct. 6, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Residents are instructed to use 9th St. W. to enter the area behind the Annex, located at 1411 9th St. W. Signage will be in place.

Sandbag distribution is limited to 10 bags per car, and a valid ID demonstrating City residency will be required. Please remember to clear your storm drains and keep those sandbags on hand through the end of hurricane season.

Manatee County Schools:

Manatee County Schools will be closed Monday through Friday. All school activities, including athletics, are canceled Monday through Wednesday.

Manatee County more information:

Click here for more information from Manatee County EOC.

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