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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.

Get a Survival Kit

If you are staying home during a storm, here’s a list of items to consider for your survival 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
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September 30, 2022
City of Largo Hurricane Ian Preparations
Pinellas County remains under a Hurricane Warning. Rain, flooding, and potential hurricane-force winds are expected. Residents are advised to remain sheltered in place for their safety during the storm. When wind speeds increase, emergency vehicles may not be able to respond. While you stay updated on the weather through local news channels, the City of Largo will post local updates and facility closures to Largo.com/Storm. 
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September 30, 2022
Get Ready for the 2022 Local Largo Election
Largo residents are invited to learn more about ballot questions directly from City leaders. Find out why City Commission voted to include the amendments and referendums and what impact they may have on your community. Team members will also be available to answer questions.  
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September 28, 2022
Play Express is back for Fall Evening Hours
Play Express, Largo’s mobile recreation trailer, is making its way to neighborhood parks on select Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4-6pm.
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September 26, 2022
Ground Breaking for Horizon West Bay
The City of Largo is set to break ground Tuesday, October 18 at 4pm on the new Horizon West Bay project coming to Downtown Largo. City officials will join the project architect, ASD│SKY and Biltmore Construction for a brief ceremony denoting the commencement of a truly unique mixed-use project. 
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September 19, 2022
Largo Fire Rescue to Host Open House at Fire Station 43
Largo Fire Rescue is excited to welcome back the Annual Open House on Saturday, October 8, 11am at Fire Station 43. The event is free and we encourage all families to come out and enjoy the fun as Largo Fire Rescue kicks off Fire Prevention Week.
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September 14, 2022
Postponed: Horizon Construction Neighborhood Meeting
The City of Largo is set to break ground this fall on the new Horizon West Bay project coming to Downtown Largo. Neighbors and residents are invited to a project information session hosted at Woodrow Park, 290 3rd St NW (Update: This meeting was previously scheduled for September 29 but is postponed due to the storm track of Hurricane Ian. A new meeting date is pending.) Community members interested in learning more about project goals, timelines, and construction routes can stop by anytime and talk with the project management team.
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September 12, 2022
Celebration National Night Out with Largo Police
National Night Out is a celebration of the partnership between the community and police departments around the nation. Here in Largo, it is a dedicated week centered on building stronger neighborhoods and promoting community partnerships to make the City a safer, better place to live.
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August 25, 2022
Ribbon Cutting at New Teen Area in Largo Central Park set for October
This teen area was designed by Largo's Youth Leadership Council and funded by the Police and Kids Foundation.
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August 10, 2022
Safety Net Grant for Nonprofits serving Largo Residents Opens August 15
The City of Largo is launching a Safety Net Grant for nonprofits. Nonprofits including faith-based organizations that serve Largo residents (can be located outside city limits) and are licensed as a 501(c)(3) or 501(c)(19) tax-exempt organizations are invited to apply for the grant during the application period of August 15 - November 15, 2022.
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July 20, 2022
Roadway Updates along Gladys Street Planned for 2023
The City of Largo’s Engineering Division regularly monitors roadway conditions to ensure the safety and sustainability of travel along local roads.
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June 07, 2022
Jeff Scott Soto & Jason Bieler
Jeff Scott Soto (Sons Of Apollo, Journey) and Jason Bieler's (Saigon Kick, The Baron Von Bielski Orchestra)
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May 18, 2022
Pinecrest Golf Course Purchase
At the Tuesday, May 17 Largo City Commission Meeting, City Commission approved an agreement with OB Golf Investment Group LLP to purchase a 26.7-acre property across the street from Taylor Park for $600,000.
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May 12, 2022
20th Street Road Closure Update
As part of the current roadway restoration on 20th Street, beginning Tuesday, May 17, the City's contractor will begin construction on the northbound lane of 20th Street between West Bay Drive and Melhenbacher Road. The northbound lane will be closed and northbound traffic will not be permitted between West Bay Drive and Melhenbacher.
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February 02, 2022
City of Largo is a Top Workplace
The results are in and the City of Largo has been named a 2022 National Top Workplace for the second year in a row!
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November 18, 2021
Woodrow Park Updates
The City of Largo is planning updates to Woodrow Park and the surrounding area. Check this site for project updates.
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June 12, 2021
WeatherSTEM Stations
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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