Hurricane Helene Parking Fees To Be Waived at City Operated Parking Garages

A Tropical Storm Warning is in effect for all of South Florida. Hurricane Helene is moving north through the Gulf of Mexico, heavy rainfall, localized flooding and possible strong winds are expected 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

• Garfield Garage - 300 Connecticut St.
• Nebraska Garage - 327 Nebraska St.

Downtown Hollywood

• Van Buren Garage - 251 S 20th Ave.
• Radius Garage - 251 N 19th Ave.

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:

• Jefferson Park, 1501 Jefferson Street
• Rotary Park, 3150 Taft Street
• Driftwood Community Center, 3000 N. 69th Avenue

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

• Call 911 if floodwater impacts your home and creates an emergency situation such as a fire.
• Motorists should not attempt to drive through flooded areas. Remember, "Turn Around, Don't Drown."
• Use caution with electrical appliances, electrical cords and outlets if floodwaters have entered your home.
• Residents should not wade in standing flood water, which can contain contaminants. Following a heavy storm, sharp debris and other items from overturned garbage bins could be hidden in the water and cause injury. Standing water also may contain harmful bacteria that could cause infection. Children and pets should not be allowed to play in flood water.
• Residents should prepare to notify their homeowner's insurance providers if they experience flood damage and seek their advice on documenting the damage and drying out your home. The same applies for contacting your vehicle insurance provider if you find your vehicle has been damaged.