Emergency Preparedness

Making sure you and your loved ones will survive a storm or other disaster is a year-round task that requires attention to your personal business, your family, your home and your vehicles. It is not a task that can be done in just 24 hours, so start your planning now. View the links below from Pinellas County Emergency Management to help you know what to do before, during and after a storm.

HOW TO PLAN & PREPARE

Know Your Zone

View evacuation zones and maps. Determine if and when you would have to evacuate. 

Have a Plan

Complete a disaster plan before the chaos of an approaching storm to be sure you have time to do it right.

Build Your Emergency Kit

If you are staying home during a storm, here’s a list of items to consider for your emergency kit. 

Secure Your Pet

Pinellas County pet owners have options when it comes to pet-friendly emergency shelters.

Find a Shelter

If you decide to evacuate before a storm, learn where to go, how to get there and which shelters accept pets.

After the Storm

After the storm, it's time to assess the damage. View next steps to help you during recovery.

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Preparedness Videos
These on-demand videos can help you prepare before, during and after a storm.
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March 27, 2023
On Thursday, March 23, the City of Largo joined the Tampa Bay Community Development Corporation to break ground on the City's first affordable net zero housing unit. Suncoast Housing Connections will serve as the developer on the project. 
March 24, 2023
Residents and businesses located in Downtown Largo may notice an early morning start to construction on West Bay Drive.
March 21, 2023
Join the City of Largo for this free community event series with live entertainment, displays from City Departments, games from the Play Express and more from 6-8pm. Don’t forget your blanket or chairs for evening of meeting neighbors and enjoying an event in your neighborhood. 
March 13, 2023
The City of Largo is pleased to announce that Largo’s annual comprehensive financial report for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2021, received the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting.
March 07, 2023
During the March 7, 2023, Largo City Commission meeting, the Commission celebrated Women's History Month with a proclamation as well as the promotion of Largo Police personnel.
March 06, 2023
To classify Chris Duarte simply as a Blues Man is an understatement.  In his own words, "rockin' blues," "punk blues," or "ferocious blues" describes him best. Legend has it that Chris will play so hard that his fingers bleed in a set. The legend is true. (Photos attest!)
February 28, 2023
Join the City of Largo on Friday, April 7 for an oh-so-Florida Easter activity with the annual Underwater Egg Hunt in Largo's Southwest Pool.
February 06, 2023
After 42 years of service to the Largo community, Henry Schubert, Largo’s City Manager announces his retirement as of June 30, 2023. Henry started with the City in 1980 in the Planning Department and has served in multiple roles, including Acting Fire Chief, City Clerk, and in the City’s budget office.
February 02, 2023
The City of Largo is proud to announce that the City of Largo has been named a National Top Workplace again for 2023!
February 01, 2023
It's never too early to start planning for summer by registering your child for summer camp.
January 31, 2023
Sponsored by the Central Park Performing Arts Foundation
December 21, 2022
The City of Largo is proud to announce the 2023 dates for ShredFest, the free document shredding and recycling event. Please join us on January 14, April 15, and October 14 at the Starkey Road Recycling Center (1551 Starkey Rd) from 9am-12pm or until the trucks are full.
November 11, 2022
Due to Tropical Storm Nicole, all City of Largo facilities will remain closed to the public on Thursday, Nov 10.
November 04, 2022
Largo City Commission, City Leadership, and the Horizon Project Team joined the project architect, ASD│SKY and Biltmore Construction in Downtown Largo for an official groundbreaking ceremony of Horizon West Bay in Fall 2022. Mayor Woody Brown and City Manager Henry Schubert welcomed guests and talked about Horizon as a true investment in a Downtown vision.
May 12, 2022
Construction continues with the primary focus on the additional project improvements near West Bay Drive.  Local drivers will be impacted by the lane shift set up to accommodate the construction operation on the south end of the project.
November 18, 2021
The City of Largo is planning updates to Woodrow Park and the surrounding area. Check this site for project updates.
June 12, 2021
To keep you naturally informed and ahead of the weather, Largo Fire Rescue has installed  web-based WeatherSTEM weather stations at its six fire stations. The stations offer a wide variety of real-time weather information data and a live video feed from the station. You can also see time-lapse video from the station's camera.

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