From the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office:

Beginning at 6:00 p.m., September 27^th, buses will be available for free transportation to assist individuals off the barrier islands. The buses will drop off individuals wishing to leave, where they can either get transportation to a shelter or request an Uber to an alternate location. Animals are permitted on the buses. Space is limited, so individuals wishing to leave are asked to bring essentials only.

Designated Routes:

South County:

• Stop 1: 6:00 p.m. to 6:10 p.m.- Dolphin Village at Gulf Boulevard
• Stop 2: 6:30 p.m. to 6:40 p.m. - 107^th and Gulf Boulevard
  Drop-Off Location: Pasadena Avenue and Central Avenue - Walgreens

Mid County:

• Stop 1: 6:00 p.m. - 6:10 p.m. - Park Boulevard and Gulf Boulevard
• Stop 2: 6:30 p.m. – 6:40 p.m. – 174^th Avenue and Gulf Boulevard
• Stop 3: 7:00 p.m. – 7:10 p.m. – 150^th Avenue and Gulf Boulevard
  Drop-Off Location: Publix at 674 150^th Avenue (Duhme Road)

North County:

• Stop 1: 6:00 p.m. to 6:10 p.m. – Pier 60 on Clearwater Beach
• Stop 2: 6:30 p.m. to 6:40 p.m. – Belleair Beach Causeway and Gulf Boulevard
• Stop 3: 7:00 p.m. – 7:10 p.m. – 5^th Avenue (Walsingham Road) and Gulf Boulevard
• Drop Off Location: Publix at 12022 Indian Rocks Road

Anyone with any questions, please contact the County Information Center at 727-464-4333.