The Pinellas County Board of County Commissioners will hold a public meeting on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, at 2 p.m. Board of County Commissioners agendas are posted at https://t.co/O5oGkVVblo as soon as they are available. #PCBCC

Pinellas County follows guidance from Resilient Florida about elevated flooding risks. FEMA flood maps do not show the future flooding conditions for your area, including tidal, precipitation, and storm surge. Adapt your property https://t.co/29kuhGMVvd

Higher keeps you drier! Raise your home above FEMA’s minimum to reduce flood damage, and use green solutions like rain barrels, rain gardens, and native plants to reduce runoff and protect waterways. #FloodplainFriday

Click on the map and scroll down to the "modeling layers" to see future coastline impacts.

DYK that FEMA flood maps only show historical flood risk, not the risk of future flooding conditions? The FL Dept of Environmental Protection has built a flooding vulnerability map to show how future sea level and flood conditions might affect you.

Excess water, nutrients, grass clippings and leaves that flow into waterways and storm drains can cause algae blooms and fish kills which can even impact your pets if they drink it! 🪻 Skip the fertilizer, plant native and let nature do the rest.

One way to keep your landscape green and avoid algae-filled water in ponds and lakes is to plant native plants. 🪴💧 https://t.co/iI8cjrBvPl #FloodplainFriday

Planning a renovation or building new? There are floodplain requirements to protect you from flood loss if the cost of the improvements is at least half the value of the home’s market value prior to the improvements. Learn more: https://t.co/cW5z9T5Dl2

Funding comes from an $813-million federal grant from HUD aimed at unmet needs from Hurricanes Idalia, Helene and Milton.

Millions of dollars are on the way to Pinellas as our People First Hurricane Recovery Programs will open for applications on Oct. 20! You can check out our website now to see if you qualify for 5 new programs:

Floodwaters are gross and dangerous. They could be contaminated with hazardous materials, bacteria, aggressive wildlife and other obstructions that can cause serious illness or injury. Stay out of floodwaters to protect yourself and your pets. 📲 https://t.co/O5fGOcTVeN

Don't remove sand from the beach or disturb dunes to fill sandbags. Beaches & dunes provide a natural buffer from storm surge & king tides to lessen flooding. Instead, check the Ready Pinellas app for sandbag site locations. Learn more: https://t.co/gVsfyHhlCh #FloodplainFriday

Thank you if you're among the many residents who help prevent flooding by keeping leaves, grass clippings and other debris out of the streets, streams, and ditches. To learn more about what you can do to help, visit https://t.co/uCZSVJj3WA #FloodplainFriday

This weekend is Public Lands Day! Public lands, like our County parks and preserves, store and filter stormwater, which helps prevent flooding.

Building above the code requirements in general will save you $4 for every $1 spent. Consider building stronger and higher to protect you from larger or future storms. Learn more: https://t.co/XguppB3Ko4 #FloodplainFriday

Did you know you could save money by exceeding the minimum building and development standards? According to the National Institute of Building Sciences, building above the code requirements for hurricane storm surge can save you $7 in future flood damages for every $1 invested.

Did you know storm surge happens quickly and is one of the deadliest parts of a tropical storm or hurricane? Know your evacuation zone before a storm hits. If you're in an evacuation zone, make sure you have a safe place to go. More here: https://t.co/qVIvXfAuJT #FloodplainFriday

September is historically the most active month in hurricane season. Make sure you have a plan in place for you, your family & your pets before, during & after a storm. Keep your important documents high & dry in a floodproof location. https://t.co/6ZnF9NmiGy #FloodplainFriday

Did you know that regular rainfall can cause localized flooding? If this happens, avoid driving through flooded areas and don't attempt to cross flowing streams or flooded roadways. Waves from vehicles traveling on flooded roads cause more damage than rising water alone.

Now that hurricane season is here, sign up for Alert Pinellas, a FREE service that sends out emergency alerts. https://t.co/V6QUSdmkmR #FloodplainFriday