Treasure Island Evacuation And Recovery Update

E.Martin39 min ago

TREASURE ISLAND, Fla.- Rescue teams are actively evacuating people from Treasure Island. For those not requiring medical assistance, a bus service is available to transport individuals off the island.

Bus Schedule:

Hourly departures starting at 9 a.m.

Pick-up points:

9:00 a.m. – 7/11 (9695 Gulf Blvd.)

9:15 a.m. – Roselli Park (12299 Capri Circle South)

9:30 a.m. – T.I. Park and Community Center (One Park Place)

Drop-off: Park Street and Central Avenue in St. Petersburg, with PSTA transfers to Ross Norton Recreation Center shelter in Clearwater.

PSTA transfer times: 10 a.m., noon, 2 p.m., 4 p.m., 6 p.m., 8 p.m.

Current Situation:

Public Works crews are clearing debris and sand from roadways.

Power outages affect most of the island.

Potable water is restricted, and lift stations are operating at 50% capacity.

Comfort stations will open later today, providing cooling, showers, charging facilities, and rest areas.

Reopening:

The island's reopening to residents is pending a decision by the county, which will be communicated as soon as possible. Sources and related content

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Treasure Island Evacuation And Recovery Update

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