Shelters have opened in several counties ahead of Hurricane Sally in Mobile, Baldwin, Santa Rosa and Escambia Counties--
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Shelter
- Milton Community Center, 5629 Byrom St. in Milton (map), will open as a shelter tonight at 7 p.m. No pre-registration is required. There are no evacuation orders at this time, however residents in low-lying areas and mobile homes are encouraged to seek safer shelter.
- Milton Community Center is also a pet-friendly shelter. Bring pet(s) in a carrier with proof of vaccinations and all pet food and supplies including water, leashes and/or litter boxes with litter.
- Bring COVID supplies for you and your family or they will be provided for you. Masks are required in shelters.
- Shelters are usually uncomfortable. Meals are not provided. It is recommended that other arrangements be made to stay at a hotel or with a friends or family in a well-constructed home out that is properly protected to withstand hurricane force winds.
- Anyone needing transportation assistance to a shelter should call (850) 983-4636. Transportation will only be provided to a designated shelter.
- Bring the following items:
- Personal identification
- Water, non-perishable snacks and any special dietary needs.
- A change of clothing, rain gear and sturdy shoes.
- Toiletries and personal items.
- Blankets, pillows and sleeping bags.
- Games or toys for children; books for adults.
- Special items for infants or elderly family members.
- Battery operated radio, flashlights and plenty of spare batteries.
- Prescriptions or any over-the-counter medications you normally need.
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