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What to Bring With You to an Evacuation Shelter

While evacuation centers may be a last resort, we’re glad they’re available for any of us who may need them.

09/27/2022 By Bethany Ritz

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All Faiths Food Bank Prepares for Hurricane Ian Food and Water Distribution

The food bank has already started distributing ready-to-eat meals for shelters and agencies, snacks, and many pallets of water to shelters throughout Sarasota County.

09/27/2022 By Staff

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Sarasota Bradenton International Airport to Close at 8 P.M. Tonight

If you're scheduled to fly today, airport officials recommend checking with your airline to confirm the latest information about your flight before coming to the airport.

09/27/2022 By Staff

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Hurricane Ian Will Likely Make Landfall in Sarasota County as a Category 3 Hurricane

Peak winds at the center of the storm will likely be in excess of 100 mph at the time of landfall.

09/27/2022 By Bob Bunting

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Sarasota and Manatee Counties Will Shut Off Water to Barrier Islands Ahead of Hurricane Ian

In both counties, water will be shut off between 5-7 p.m. on Sept. 27.

09/26/2022 By Megan McDonald

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How to Prepare Your Pets for a Hurricane Evacuation

Like humans, your pet should have a takeaway package with everything they'll need to weather the storm. Here's what to put in it.

09/26/2022 By Kim Doleatto

Shelter From the Storm

What Happens to the Homeless During a Hurricane?

Thousands of unhoused Sarasota residents face uncertainty as Ian approaches.

09/26/2022 By Isaac Eger

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Manatee County Issues Evacuation Orders for Hurricane Ian

Evacuations are mandatory in Zone A and voluntary in Zone B as of 8 a.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 27.

09/26/2022 By Staff

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Sarasota-Manatee Schools and Local Colleges Close Ahead of Hurricane Ian

The closures will allow for time to prepare schools that serve as emergency evacuation centers.

09/26/2022 By Staff

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Sarasota, Manatee Counties Declare Local States of Emergency Ahead of Hurricane Ian

Evacuations are expected to begin on Tuesday morning.

09/26/2022 By Staff

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Ian Is Now a Hurricane; Heavy Impact to the Suncoast Is Likely

A hurricane watch is in effect for all of the Suncoast, including Bradenton, Sarasota and Venice.

09/26/2022 By Bob Bunting

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Sarasota and Manatee Counties Begin Sandbag Operations Ahead of Tropical Storm Ian

Note that changes in weather could impact operational times, so be sure to check before you head out.

09/24/2022 By Staff

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DeSantis Declares State of Emergency Ahead of Tropical Storm Ian

The governor also requested a federal pre-landfall emergency declaration.

09/24/2022 By Staff

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Tropical Storm Ian Forms in the Carribbean; Could Strike Sarasota-Manatee

Conditions will likely begin to deteriorate on Tuesday night. The following 24 hours looks like the time of major concern.

09/24/2022 By Bob Bunting

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The Housing Market Is Showing a Return to 'Normalcy'

For the first time since 2021, the median percentage of single-family homes sold at or above the list price was below 100 percent. A longtime Sarasota realtor shares how that's affecting sellers.

09/23/2022 By Kim Doleatto