REMINDER: Pinellas County Beaches Need Emergency Access Permit for Hurricane Season

If you live in the barrier island community, you need an emergency access permit. When a mandatory evacuation order is lifted, law enforcement officials will scan emergency access permits at designated re-entry points. Barrier island residents may register directly with their city government during its general office hours. If you have already registered for this permit, you do not need to register again. It’s important to know your evacuation zone in the case of a mandatory evacuation order. This is different than your flood zone. Visit https://www.pcsoweb.com/emergency-access-permit • Emergency-related questions: 727-453-3150

Make a plan! If you need transportation assistance to any Pinellas County shelter, register in advance online at www.pinellascounty.org/specialneeds. Follow the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office on Facebook @PinellasSheriff and Twitter @SheriffPinellas for timely information regarding preparedness tips and important safety alerts.