Safety Following Hurricane Milton
Oct. 12, 2024 11:03 am
Safety is crucial to prevent injury following a hurricane. Follow these safety tips to prevent injury.
Sandbag Disposal
Oct. 11, 2024 1:12 pm
Properly dispose of your sandbags following Hurricane Milton.
Access to Gasparilla Island is Closed
Oct. 10, 2024 6:03 pm
Access is closed to Gasparilla Island, including residents and visitors, except for emergency response personnel conducting search and rescue and disaster recovery operations.
Little Gasparilla Island Debris Drop-off Site Open at Eldred’s Marina
Oct. 10, 2024 5:18 pm
Charlotte County has opened a debris drop-off site at Eldred’s Marina, 6301 Boca Grande Causeway, as of Oct. 10.
Food Safety After a Power Outage
Oct. 10, 2024 6:48 am
In the case of an electrical outage, it is important to take careful precautions to ensure food safety. Discard any perishable food that has been at room temperature for two hours or more and any food that has an unusual odor, color, or texture. Not all spoiled food will have an unusual odor, color, or texture, so just remember, when in doubt, throw it out!
Charlotte County Orders Evacuation of Yellow Zone-C
Oct. 8, 2024 6:09 pm
Charlotte County Emergency Management has issued an evacuation order for residents in Yellow Zone-C. This is in addition to the previously ordered evacuations of the Red Zone-A and Orange Zone-B. The evacuation also includes residents in any zone living in mobile and manufactured homes. Charlotte County Emergency Management urges residents to leave now, do not wait.
Charlotte County Urges Residents to Follow Flood Safety Tips
Oct. 8, 2024 1:23 pm
Charlotte County urges residents to be aware of the health risks associated with flooding. Skin contact with flood waters does not, by itself, pose a serious health risk. However, health hazards are a concern when waters are or become contaminated with bacteria or contain dangerous debris.
Charlotte County Orders Evacuation of Red, Orange Zones
Oct. 7, 2024 9:15 am
Charlotte County Emergency Management has issued evacuation orders for residents in Red Zone-A and Orange Zone-B. The evacuation also includes residents in any zone living in mobile and manufactured homes.
Debris Around Fire Hydrants, Backflow Preventers, or Water Meter Boxes
Oct. 3, 2024 12:28 pm
The Charlotte County Utilities Department reminds residents not to place trash or debris around fire hydrants, backflow preventers, or water meter boxes.