This GOES-East GeoCcolor satellite image taken at 10:10 p.m. EDT on Tuesday, September 27, 2022, and provided by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), shows Hurricane Ian over Gulf of Mexico. Ian tore through western Cuba like a major hurricane Tuesday, knocking out the country’s power supply and leaving millions without power.
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This GOES-East GeoCcolor satellite image taken at 10:10 p.m. EDT on Tuesday, September 27, 2022, and provided by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), shows Hurricane Ian over Gulf of Mexico. Ian tore through western Cuba like a major hurricane Tuesday, knocking out the country’s power supply and leaving millions without power.
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Category 4 Hurricane Ian is expected to make landfall in Florida on Wednesday, between Tampa and Fort Myers. National Hurricane Center storm upgrade to a Category 4 hurricane early Wednesday.
About 2.5 million residents were ordered to evacuate, with officials advising people in Central Florida to stay with friends and family outside the evacuation zone. But for the uninitiated who may not have that option, shelters across the state are providing their resources.
Orlando
Orlando is offering free shipping by bus to five homeless and emergency shelters starting Wednesday afternoon. Three of the pet-friendly shelters, according to Central Florida Homeless Service Networkpart of the Central Florida Homelessness Commission.
For details, people can visit here.
Orange County
Orange County is opening 5 high schools communities, including those who have been evacuated and those living in low-lying areas.
However, residents should arrive with their own supplies, such as food and water, clothing, bedding, first aid supplies and more.
However, Red Cross and Salvation Army shelters in the county provide food and water.
In addition, special needs shelters are available and caregivers are encouraged to accompany them. Residents should call 311 for more information.
For residents with pets, they should bring their pet’s vaccination records, crate, and food and water to a county pet-friendly shelter.
For more information, visithttps://www.orangecountyfl.net/EmergencySafety/shelters.aspx#.YzQFguzMKha.
Osceola County
Osceola County There are five general population shelters (two pet-friendly), as well as a special needs shelter. There is also a separate shelter at a sex offenders court.
Seminole County
Seminole County has 15 residential shelters, two of which are pet-friendly. They provide breakfast, lunch and dinner, but encourage people to bring their own clothes, bedding, and medication.
People’s shelters are usually open for two to three days, depending on the severity of the event.
Residents must register or call in advance to gain access to medically enhanced shelters.
For more information, visit https://www.osceola.org/agencies-deparies/emergency-management/shelters.stml.
Sarasota . County
Sarasota County has dozens of evacuation centers, where residents must bring their own supplies such as sanitizer, snacks and flashlights.
To get to the centers, people can drive, use local transport, or be picked up at certain locations.
For details, visit https://www.scgov.net/go Government/emergency-services/emergency-management/evacuation-centers.
