How to Prepare for a Hurricane Hurricanes are massive storm systems that form over water and often move toward land. They can cause widespread devastation during and after it occurs.
Clearwater Debris Removal Dashboard - Hurricane Helene Stay updated on Hurricane Helene debris removal efforts in Clearwater with an interactive dashboard. Track real-time progress and view impacted areas.
Find My Shelter Remember: public shelters do not have cots or generators, and the space you will be able to utilize is limited.
View Storm Surge Maps Storm surge is not the same thing as your evacuation level, even though the two mapping tools can look similar. This map provides the potential storm surge depth on a property for the evacuation level indicated and for higher evacuation levels beyond that.
Disaster Assistance Grant The city of Clearwater is launching the Disaster Assistance Grant program for qualified Clearwater residents who have experienced damages/losses due to Hurricanes Helene and/or Milton. Funds in the form of grants in amounts not to exceed $20,000.00 per household, will be awarded to eligible recipients. Grants will not be subject to recapture by the city.
Preparing Pets for Emergencies Pets are an important part of your family. Making an emergency plan that includes them, especially for hurricane season, is part of providing them with the best care possible and an essential step while living in Florida.
Barrier Island Re-Entry Pass Register for a barrier island re-entry pass to access your home or business after a storm or hurricane.
Clearwater Debris Removal Dashboard - Hurricane Helene Stay updated on Hurricane Helene debris removal efforts in Clearwater with an interactive dashboard. Track real-time progress and view impacted areas.
Disaster Assistance Grant The city of Clearwater is launching the Disaster Assistance Grant program for qualified Clearwater residents who have experienced damages/losses due to Hurricanes Helene and/or Milton. Funds in the form of grants in amounts not to exceed $20,000.00 per household, will be awarded to eligible recipients. Grants will not be subject to recapture by the city.
Find My Shelter Remember: public shelters do not have cots or generators, and the space you will be able to utilize is limited.
Fire Operations Operations personnel provide basic and advanced life support services as well as fire services.
Fire Prevention Services This division oversees the education, engineering and enforcementof life safety. City code and state statute consultation is provided tocitizens, architects, and engineers.
Floodplain Management Find flood management resources such as elevation certificates and flood zones.
How Residents Can Help with Storm Debris Preparation & Recovery Clearwater’s Solid Waste team works tirelessly before, during, and after tropical storms and hurricanes to keep our city bright and beautiful. Our residents play a crucial role in making debris collection faster and more efficient during storms.
How to Prepare for a Hurricane Hurricanes are massive storm systems that form over water and often move toward land. They can cause widespread devastation during and after it occurs.
Hurricane Guide (English) Find information about how you can prepare for hurricane season such as shelters, storm surge, evacuating and securing your home.
Hurricane Guide (Spanish) Encuentre información sobre cómo puede prepararse para la temporada de huracanes, como refugios, mareas de tempestad, evacuación y seguridad de su hogar.
Pinellas County Hurricane Preparedness Guide Read this comprehensive guide on how to prepare for a hurricane or storm in Pinellas County.
Pinellas County Real Estate Flood Disclosure Program Real estate agents are in an ideal position to inform buyers about a property’s flood risk and if flood insurance is required.
Preparing Pets for Emergencies Pets are an important part of your family. Making an emergency plan that includes them, especially for hurricane season, is part of providing them with the best care possible and an essential step while living in Florida.
Request to Participate in Billboard Emergency Alert System Sign up for the Billboard Emergency Alert System where Pinellas County Emergency Management will send a notification to your business to post a public emergency message on your business’ electronic signs.
Special Needs Shelter and Information Residents of all ages with special needs, those without transportation and older adults require extra attention and preparation in order to stay protected in weather emergencies. Do not wait, plan now.
Storm-Related Sanitary Sewer Overflow Updates This page includes updates about sanitary sewer overflows that occurred in the city of Clearwater during hurricanes Helene and Milton in 2024.
Subscribe to Alert Pinellas Receive free urgent alerts on a variety of situations, such as severe weather, boil water notices or hurricanes.
View Storm Surge Maps Storm surge is not the same thing as your evacuation level, even though the two mapping tools can look similar. This map provides the potential storm surge depth on a property for the evacuation level indicated and for higher evacuation levels beyond that.