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Storm Season News | Tropical Weather Maps
RESOURCES:
Printable Supply Checklist | Before, During, After the Storm | County-by-County Resources
Hurricane Season 101: FAQs | 13 Hurricane Myths | Take Our Hurricane Quiz
Tampa Bay Area Evacuation Zones
- Citrus County Evacuation Zones (PDF)
- Hernando County Evacuation Zones (Interactive Map)
- Pasco County Evacuation Zones (Interactive Map)
- Pinellas County Evacuation Zones (Interactive Map)
- Hillsborough County Evacuation Zones (Interactive Map)
- Manatee County Evacuation Zones (Interactive Map)
Spectrum Bay News 9's Weather Experts are dedicated to bring you the information you need to keep you and your family safe during hurricane season.
- Supply kit checklist
- What to do before and during a storm
- Reminders on keeping your pets safe
- Hurricane tracking chart
- Tips for filing insurance claims
- Spectrum Bay News 9's 2020 Hurricane Preparedness Guide
Tampa Bay Area Hurricane Shelter Information
- Citrus County Shelter Information (Interactive Map)
- Hernando County Shelter Information (Website)
- Pasco County Shelter Information (Interactive Map)
- Pinellas County Shelter Information (Website)
- Hillsborough County Shelter Information (Interactive Map)
- Manatee County Shelter Information (Interactive Map)
HURRICANE WEBSITES
- National Hurricane Center -- Maintains a continuous watch on tropical systems over the Atlantic, Caribbean, Gulf of Mexico and eastern Pacific.
- Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) -- Coordinates response to disasters occuring within the United States.
- Florida Emergency Management -- Prepares for disasters within Florida, and helps in the recovery process.
- National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) -- Federal agency focused on the conditions of the oceans and atmosphere. Provides information and resouces for dealing with hurricanes.
- U.S. Postal Service: Mail Service Updates -- In the event of severe weather, the USPS will list post office closings and mail entry limits on its website.