09/24/2022 | News release | Distributed by Public on 09/24/2022 17:01
Mayor Jane Castor will be available to speak about the City of Tampa's efforts to ensure the community is prepared for potential severe weather on Sunday, September 25 at 9:15 AM at the MacFarlane Park Sandbag Distribution Site.
In preparation for Tropical Storm Ian, Mayor Castor has remained in constant communication with state and regional partners, Hillsborough County leaders, as well as City of Tampa staff, to make sure all necessary resources are in place.
"Our Emergency Management Team is closely monitoring developments with Tropical Storm Ian," Mayor Castor said. "It takes a whole city approach to ensure the public safety of our residents, and that's why I am so focused on preparing now for whatever path the storm may take. My goal is to continue to provide the up-most level of service to all our residents during times of emergency."
Here are just a few of the actions taken at Mayor Castor's direction to prepare:
City of Tampa staff is expected to continue storm preparations throughout Sunday and into early next week.
In the meantime, Mayor Castor continues to encourage residents to prepare now for the potential severe weather by taking the following steps:
Also remember your evacuation zone may have recently changed. Make sure to find your correct and updated evacuation zone.