10/9/24 Update: New Hurricane Milton information from Palm Beach County
211 Resources and Information:
FREE RIDES AVAILABLE to shelters: both Lyft and Uber use code MILTONRELIEF
Note the state is also announcing a shuttle number: 1-800-729-3413 should someone be in an evacuation zone.
10/8/24 Update: Shelters to open in Palm Beach County
Palm Beach County is issuing evacuations for residents in Zone A.
The following 5 general population shelters will be opened on Wednesday, October 9th at noon:
Special Needs Shelter requires a pre-registration. Call 561-712-6400 for more information.
The one pet-friendly shelter will be at West Boynton Recreation Center and will also open on Wednesday, October 9th at noon. If you plan on going to a shelter, please bring your own bedding, medication, and necessities.
View Palm Beach County’s latest media briefing summary here.
As Hurricane Milton approaches Florida’s west coast, United Way of Palm Beach County, United Way of Florida, and our partner agencies are closely monitoring the situation to ensure we’re ready to assist our community before, during, and after the storm.
Click here for the latest advisories from Palm Beach County emergency managers.
Emotional support is available through the 211 Helpline. Caring specialists are available via phone call, text, and email:
Phone: (561) 383-1112 | (866) 882-2991
Text: Text your zip code to 898211 (available 24/7)
Chat Online: Click here (available 10am – 8pm every day)
Email: help@211pbtc.org
Helping Children: Resources are also available here with guidance on helping young children cope with emergency situations.
Stay safe, follow local advisories, and know that we are with you every step of the way.
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