LaBelle High School Opens As Emergency Shelter

Hendry County Opens LaBelle High School as Additional Shelter for Hurricane Milton

(October 9, 2024) – LaBelle, Fla. – Hendry County has opened LaBelle High School as an additional shelter for Hurricane Milton. Residents of LaBelle who are seeking shelter from the storm should go to LaBelle High School at this time.

General population shelters are also available at the following locations:

Clewiston High School – 1501 Francisco St. Clewiston, FL. 33440

The special needs shelter at the LJ Nobles Senior Center in LaBelle

Residents looking to utilize a shelter should be in place no later than 6pm due to deteriorating weather conditions.

As a reminder, if you are opting to make use of the general population shelters at Hendry County Schools, there will be no amenities served (food, water, or bedding) at any of the shelters.

If you find yourself in need of a shelter for the storm, you will need to bring the following items:

Food and water: At least 3-days supply of non-perishable food and one gallon of water per day per person. There is no food or water provided at the shelter.
Sleeping gear: A sleeping bag, blanket, pillow, or air mattress. There are NO cots or bedding provided at the shelter.
Clothing and shoes: Extra clothes and shoes for each person.
Personal hygiene items: Toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant, towels and other hygiene products.
Important documents: Identification, Social Security Card, birth and/or marriage certificates, passports, insurance policies, wills, and other important papers.
Medication and first aid: Medications clearly marked with your name, dosage, and doctor’s name, plus a first aid kit in a waterproof box.
Electronics: a cell phone, charger, flashlight, and battery-operated radio.
Other supplies: a whistle to signal for help, extra batteries, and manual can opener.
Small Children and infants: Baby formula, diapers, snacks.
Elderly: Walker or wheelchair, oxygen, and any necessary medications.
Pets: Food and water, dishes, and a leash for bathroom breaks. Pets MUST be in a crate at all times.

Residents are also encouraged to sign up for Hendry County related emergency alerts by texting “HENDRYFLA” to 888777.