09/27/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 09/27/2024 05:47
The Tropical Storm warning has been lifted for all of South Florida. Helene has weakened to a tropical storm as it moves over Georgia. Heavy rainfall, localized flooding and strong winds are possible for South Florida as part of this system through Friday evening.
Please be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads. Be sure to monitor a trusted news source, like the National Weather Service, for the latest storm information. Learn more here.
Parking Fees Waived in City-operated Garages
To assist Hollywood residents who live in low-lying areas, from 12 p.m. on Wednesday, September 25th to 8 p.m. on Friday, September 27th, parking fees will be waived in all four City-operated parking garages. Hollywood residents can park their personal vehicles in the garages on a first-come, first-served basis. Proof of Hollywood residency will be required. No commercial trucks or fleet vehicles will be allowed. All vehicles must be parked legally in marked spaces. Any vehicles parked illegally or blocking other vehicles will be ticketed and could be towed. The City-operated parking garages are located here:
Hollywood Beach
Downtown Hollywood
Vehicles must be removed by 8 p.m. Friday, September 27th to avoid incurring standard parking rate fees.
Free Resident Self-Service Sand Distribution
Sand is available on a first come, first served basis for Hollywood residents to create their own sandbags. Sand is available at the following locations:
Residents must bring their own shovel for self-service, and their own bags if they have them. Sand will be available from dawn to dusk, while supplies last. For those who need bags, empty bags can be picked up at the Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Administrative office, 1405 S. 28th Avenue each Monday through Thursday from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Bags will be distributed while supplies last. 10 bag limit per household.
Flood Safety Reminders