The morning of Oct. 12 – Public Utilities Director Brooke Bailey
Director Brooke Bailey provides a Saturday morning on Sarasota County’s water systems following Hurricane Milton. Power has been restored to the Carlton Water Treatment Plant, allowing for the normalization of water pressure inland. Crews are actively working to isolate and repair water line breaks. Many lift stations remain without power, with teams using pumper trucks and generators to manage wastewater. Call 311 for further information.
Actualización Sobre la Recuperación del Condado de Sarasota en Español: 12 de Octubre de 2024 https://youtu.be/XhV81GAXzUQ
Varios semáforos están apagados en todo el condado de Sarasota. Cuando los semáforos no funcionan, trátelos como si fueran un alto en cuatro direcciones. Deténgase por completo, mire atentamente en todas direcciones y túrnense para avanzar en el orden en que llegan los vehículos. Los equipos aún están realizando evaluaciones en el campo; permanezca en un lugar seguro si es posible.
Neighborhood Points of Distribution (PODs)
Supply Points of Distribution are set up at four locations to provide water, food, and tarps for those impacted by Hurricane Milton. Sites are open daily from 7 a.m. until 7 p.m. or while supplies last. The PODS are staffed by Sarasota County staff. The Florida National Guard is assisting county staff.
- Venice Community Center, 326 Nokomis Ave., Venice
- San Pedro Catholic Church, 14380 Tamiami Trail, North Port
- Englewood Sports Complex, 1300 S. River Road, Englewood
- Glebe Park, 1000 Glebe Lane, Sarasota
Comfort Points
Comfort points are available throughout Sarasota County. Individuals are encouraged to come out to an air-conditioned area, charge their phones, and enjoy some food and coffee while supplies last. Locations below:
Streets Of Paradise
9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Daily
734 Central Ave., Sarasota
Meals and Food Drive-Thru
Bayside Community Church Lakewood Ranch Campus
11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. and 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. Oct. 12-18
15800 E. Route 64, Bradenton
Bayside Community Church Bee Ridge Campus
Noon – 7 p.m., Oct. 12 – 18
8200 Bee Ridge Road, Sarasota
Water, Food, Cleaning Buckets and Supplies Drive-Thru
4081 Lakewood Ranch Blvd N, Lakewood Ranch
Until 2 p.m. today, Saturday, Oct. 12
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Traffic Signal Safety Reminders
Many traffic signals are still out throughout Sarasota County. If you encounter a traffic signal without power, please treat it as a four-way stop and use caution when proceeding.
Breeze Transit Update for Saturday
On Saturday, Oct. 12, Breeze resources will assist emergency transportation in response to Hurricane Milton. Service will not be provided on Breeze standard and touring routes, Breeze OnDemand, or Breeze Plus trips that are not medically necessary. Staff are assessing employee availability and roadway conditions before resuming services. Service updates will be provided as new information becomes available.