How do I find County & State Executive Orders?
For County and State Executive Orders, Resolutions, and Ordinances please visit the sites below: State County
Archives: FAQs
How do I know if School is closed?
Check out the Pinellas County Schools site for more information on school closures due to an emergency: https://www.pcsb.org/Page/15082
Is there a Hurricane Preparedness checklist?
Yes, the red cross has a great check list including a list to prep before a storm, supplies list, and what to do after a storm: https://storage.googleapis.com/proudcity/madeirabeachfl/uploads/2020/06/Hurricane-1.pdf
Where do I get sand bags?
Empty sand bags can be picked up all year round at the City Hall (300 Municipal Dr. Madeira Beach 33708). You will then have to fill the bags with sand at our Public Works yard or with purchased sand. Per Florida Department of Environmental Protection, bags cannot be filled on the beach without a declared … Continued
If I am evacuated where do I go?
In the event you are evacuated you must leave the City of Madeira Beach. There are a few options you can look into: Hotels (not in flood zones) Family or Friends Homes Shelters (pet friendly shelters click here) Make sure to have a weeks worth of clothing, medication, and other personal items if you do … Continued
How do you prepare for a storm as a business owner?
It is important to make sure you and your family are prepared which may include a business. Pinellas County has a great resource on what to do before and after a storm as a business owner. http://www.pinellascounty.org/emergency/businesssolutions.htm
How do I obtain an Emergency Access Permit?
If there is an evacuation of the city you will need an Emergency Access Permit to gain access back to Madeira Beach. To get a permit please see our Emergency Access Permit site: https://madeirabeachfl.gov/emergency-access-permit/.
What do I do after a storm?
Pinellas County has a great resource for what to do after a storm passes including: http://www.pinellascounty.org/emergency/afterthestorm.htm Food Safety Restroom safety Drinking Water Generator Safety Chainsaw Safety Driving Safety Re-Entering the County Debris Cleanup *During an active emergency please call the Citizen Information Center for more information: 727-464-4333*
Whom do I call if power is out?
**If you see a live wire near a tree or house call 911 immediately** Duke Energy is responsible for restoring power to a residence. Please visit their website below or give them a call to report an outage. Duke Energy: 800-228-8485 https://www.duke-energy.com/Outages
What is a Host Home?
Employers, places of worship, civic organizations and community groups are among the organizations that can establish their own voluntary Host Homes programs that they operate for their own employees or members. It gives an opportunity for those within an organization who live in a secure home in a non-evacuation area to open their home to a fellow … Continued