10/11/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 10/11/2024 10:41
Posted On: October 11, 2024
For those still displaced due to Hurricane Milton, Volusia County will continue to provide emergency sheltering at the Volusia County Fair Grounds, 3100 E. New York Ave. DeLand. This shelter is a transitional accommodation to aid in the return to permanent housing. Intended for crises, these accommodations provide very little privacy or comfort. This shelter is pet friendly; however, pet owners must bring crates, pet food, prescription pet meds, food and water bowls, leashes, Pet ID tags filled out with contact information, drinking water, potty pads or cat litter, and copies of pet medical records. Do not bring alcoholic beverages, smoking materials, vaping devices, valuables, weapons, and excessive or heavy luggage.
Residents can stay updated by downloading the Volusia Emergency Management app, following the County's social media channels, or visiting www.volusia.org.