Hurricane Milton Update #7: Wind Advisory & Town Operations

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

OCTOBER 10, 2024, AT 10:37 A.M.

No changes to Solid Waste Services

DAVIE, Fla. - A wind advisory is in effect for Broward County, including the Town of Davie until 4 p.m. While the area is no longer under a tropical storm warning, residents are advised to exercise caution due to sustained winds ranging from 23-30 mph with gusts up to 40 mph.

This notice will serve as the last update on Hurricane Milton.

Town Facilities, Parks, and Playgrounds

Thursday, October 10

• Town of Davie municipal offices are closed. Normal hours of operation will resume on Monday, October 14, 2024, at 7:30 a.m.
• The Pine Island Fitness and Aquatic Center are closed.
• The Pine Island Multipurpose Center is closed.
• All Town parks are closed.

Friday, October 11

• The Pine Island Fitness Center and will resume normal hours of operation at 5 a.m.
• The Pine Island Aquatic Center will open at noon.
• The Pine Island Multipurpose Center will resume normal hours of operation at 8 a.m.
• All Town parks and playgrounds will reopen for normal hours of operation.

SFEC Community Shuttles

• The Blue and Green bus routes and the South Florida Education Center (SFEC) BCT Route shuttles are suspended today, October 10, 2024.
• Bus shuttle operations will resume normal hours tomorrow, October 11, 2024.

Solid Waste Services

• Currently, there are no changes to the solid waste services including curbside garbage collection and bulk pickup for this week.
• Coastal Waste and Recycling will complete regularly scheduled collections as long as drivers and crews can do so safely. Deteriorating weather could cause an abrupt cancellation of garbage and bulk collection services until the weather is favorable enough to resume those services safely.

American Red Cross Reunification Portal

The American Red Cross has launched an online Reunification Portal to assist individuals searching for loved ones affected by Hurricanes Helene and Milton. If you are unable to locate or connect with a family member or friend due to the storms, the Red Cross may be able to help. For more information and to access the Reunification Portal, please visit www.redcross.org/get-help/disaster-relief-and-recovery-services/contact-and-locate-loved-ones/hurricane-helene-reunification.html.

Tips to consider should you experience flooding in your home:

• Stay out of the residence.
• Do not try to pump the water out.
• Stay out of the water - There may be sewage in the water so use good hygiene if you touch the water.
• The Town of Davie does not pump water out of private properties or residences.
• Leave your wet/damaged items in the residence until the event is over and the water subsides.
• For insurance purposes, consider documenting everything that is damaged - make a list and take photos if possible. This is best done once the flooding has stopped and the water has receded.

Residents are strongly urged to remain vigilant and monitor weather forecasts through today and into the weekend. While the Town of Davie is committed to ensuring the safety of all people, we are asking our residents to help us by reviewing and preparing to implement your emergency plans. Knowing your risk, getting prepared and staying informed are just a few steps you can take.

To stay up to date on the latest updates regarding this weather phenomenon and its impact on Davie, please register for news and announcements and ensure your information is updated in the Town's emergency alerting system, Everbridge.

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Leona Henry, Intergovernmental Affairs Manager

Office: 954-797-1035

Ariana Briceño, Public Relations Coordinator

Office: 954-797-1190

Camryn Tippetts, Public Relations Assistant

Office: 954-797-1102

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