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Hurricane Milton: Sumter County updates & information

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Updated  October 9, 2024 12:45am EDT
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Hurricane Milton is expected to make landfall on Florida's Gulf Coast this week. Here is the latest information and updates people in Sumter County need to know.

Sumter County Evacuations

Sumter County has not issued mandatory evacuations, but has issued an advisory, encouraging those who live in mobile homes, RVs, or any structures not able to withstand high winds to evacuate. Those who live in low-lying areas or with special needs, should consider evacuating or relocating to a shelter.

Sumter County Closings

  • Board of County Commissioners’ OfficesLibraries (All locations)
  • Sumter County Animal Services
  • Veterans Services Offices
  • Clerk of the Courts Offices
  • County and Circuit Courts (Wednesday and Thursday)
  • Property Appraiser Offices
  • Supervisor of Elections Offices
  • Tax Collector Offices
  • UF/IFAS University of Florida Offices

Sumter County Shelters

No shelters have been announced.

Sumter County Sandbags

As Milton nears, County sandbag locations have already closed.

Sumter County School Closings

Sumter County Schools will be closed through Friday, Oct. 11.

Sumter County Emergency Resources

County-by-County emergency resources

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