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Do you live in Florida? Here are emergency contacts during hurricane Milton

The system has strengthened into a powerful Category 5 cyclone this afternoon

October 7, 2024 - 2:09 PM

Updated on October 7, 2024 - 2:14 PM

Empty shelves in a supermarket in the state of Florida, United States. (Gregorio May)

Periodista Especializada en Viajes y Turismo

Hurricane Milton became a dangerous and powerful Category 5 cyclone early Monday afternoon, heading towards the state of Florida.

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As part of preparations for natural disasters, it is essential to have emergency contacts readily available.

Below are websites and phone numbers for emergencies during the passage of Hurricane Milton:

FloridaDisaster.org – Provides an updated list of counties with mandatory evacuation orders, currently including Pasco, Pinellas, Hillsborough, Manatee, Sarasota, and Charlotte.
Orlando City Council (in Spanish) – https://www.facebook.com/ciudaddeorlando
Orlando County Government – https://www.facebook.com/OrangeCountyFlorida. Provides information on sandbagging, school closures, and city facilities.
To report flooding in Orlando: visit orlando.gov/flood, or call 407-246-2238. To report fallen trees, call the non-emergency line at 407-246-2283. For emergency situations requiring immediate assistance, call 9-1-1.
Pinellas County – Visit https://pinellas.gov for information on evacuation zones and safety measures.
Statewide Information – For updates and information for the entire state of Florida, visit https://www.facebook.com/GovRonDeSantis. Residents should also seek information directly from their local government.