MOORE HAVEN — Glades County Emergency Operations Center announces as of 11 a.m. Glades County is now under a Hurricane Watch.

Emergency Operations Center:
Glades County Emergency Operation Center is currently at a Level 1 Activation.
Glades County BOCC signed a Local State of Emergency in response to Hurricane Ian on Sept. 26

Closures:
Glades County School Board
All Glades County Schools will be closed through Thursday, Sept. 29

County Government Offices
Closed at noon on Sept. 27
Offices will be closed on Wednesday, Sept. 28.

City of Moore Haven, City Hall
City Hall closed at noon on Sept. 27.
Offices will be closed Wednesday, Sept. 28.

Protective Measures:

SANDBAGS
Sandbags are available for pickup at 1097 Health Park Drive in Moore Haven.
Limited supply, available while they last.

EVACUATIONS

Voluntary evacuation of areas prone to flooding, low lying areas, and mobile homes.

SHELTER
West Glades Elementary
2586 CR 731 in LaBelle
Scheduled to open Tuesday Sept. 27 at 5 p.m.
Only shelter – must bring your own food, water, bedding and supplies.

When creating your Emergency Supply Kit for sheltering, items to consider are as follows:

PERSONAL ITEMS
Sleeping bags/pillows/blankets
Folding chairs
Clothing and sturdy closed toed shoes

PERSONAL HYGIENE SUPPLIES
Medications (prescription and over-the-counter)
Medical devices (glasses, glucose monitors, etc.)
Entertainment (cards, board games, books, etc.)
Baby / infant care needs
Comfort items

FOOD ITEMS

Water and shelf stable food
Manual can opener
Instant tea, coffee, or powdered (dry) milk
Disposable plates and cutlery

PET SUPPLIES
Water
Cage or Carrier (Required for each pet)
Food / Treats
Toys and comfort Items
Cleanup Supplies
Identification / Immunization Records / Photographs

DO NOT BRING
Alcohol, Drugs or Weapons of any kind are not allowed in the shelters.

INFORMATION:
Download the “My Glades” App in the Google Play and Apple App Store. You can report disaster damages, request street repairs, report code violations, and more!

UNITED WAY
For more information please contact the United Way 211 Storm Hotline at 239-433-3900.