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City of Tampa leaders providing update on Hurricane Milton preparations


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The City of Tampa is working around the clock to prepare for the arrival of Hurricane Milton, including continuous debris collection in the wake of Hurricane Helene.

City officials are urging residents to take steps to secure their debris before the arrival of hurricane conditions, in addition to securing their property and having a plan in place for their families.

Hurricane Milton is expected to hit the Tampa Bay area as a major hurricane. Mandatory evacuations have been ordered for Evacuation Zones A and B. View map.

View list of Emergency Shelters.

A press conference with city leaders detailing the final steps being taken to prepare for the storm will occur today, October 8, at 12:30 pm at the Tampa Emergency Operations Center (EOC).

To remain up to date on storm-related information and resources, please sign up for the City of Tampa’s emergency alert system by texting TAMPAREADY or TAMPALISTA for Spanish updates to 888-777.