Tropical Storm Ida Shelters

GULF COAST - If you go to a public evacuation shelter, you will need to take the following items:

• Personal identification
• A change of clothing, rain gear and sturdy shoes.
• Toiletries and personal items.
• Blankets or sleeping bags.
• Identification and any important papers.
• Games or toys for children; books for adults.
• Special items for infants or elderly family members.
• Any special dietary needs and nonperishable foods for snacks.
• Battery operated radio, flashlights and plenty of spare batteries.
• Prescription medications or any over-the-counter medications you normally take.
• Those with special needs must come with their own caregiver.

Shelter Listings

Mobile County:

• Cranford Burns Middle School will serve as a special needs shelter. Opens at 3pm
• Satsuma High School opens at 3pm
• Theodore High School opens at 3pm

Baldwin County:

• The Baldwin County Coliseum located on Fairground Rd. in Robertsdale is an open shelter. Call (251) 972-6807 for assistance with transportation.

Escambia County, FL:

• Pensacola High School gymnasium on Maxwell Street opens at 10am.
• Molino Park Elementary School at 8-9-9 State Road 97 opens at 10am.
• West Florida Technical School at 2400 Longleaf Drive opens at Noon as a special needs shelter.
   

Santa Rosa County:

• Milton Community Center located at 5629 Byrom Street in Milton opens at 10am and will serve as a general public and special needs shelter.  Anyone needing transportation assistance to a shelter, call (850) 983-4636.