The City of St. Petersburg is continuing its recovery efforts following the impact of Hurricanes Helene and Milton. According to the National Weather Service, Hurricane Milton brought over 20 inches of rain to parts of the city, with Albert Whitted Airport recording nearly 19 inches. This rainfall broke the previous record set in 2001.
City crews are actively working to clear debris left by the storms. Residents are reminded to separate debris by type and place it at the curb rather than in alleys. Food waste should be disposed of in trash cans to prevent pests and odors.
The city’s temporary Comfort and Charging Stations will close on Friday, October 18, at 5 p.m. The Enoch D. Davis Center will continue as a Multi-Agency Resource Center (MARC), providing assistance from various agencies including Salvation Army, Department of Commerce, and Bay Area Legal Services.
Residents with roof damage can apply for Operation Blue Roof through November 5. This program offers temporary blue tarps for qualifying homes to prevent further damage.
Mental health resources are available through several helplines, including the Disaster Distress Helpline and Care About Me access line for mental health services in Pinellas County.
For more information on recovery efforts and resources, residents can visit stpete.org/recovery.
