Tuesday, October 08, 2024

Revised Hurricane Shelter Opening Times In Hendry County

(October 8, 2024) – LaBelle, Fla. – Due to the most recent projected arrival time of winds associated with Hurricane Milton, general population shelters for those who need it will open Wednesday, October 9 at 6am.

Residents who choose to make use of a shelter should plan to be in place at the shelter no later than 12(noon) on Wednesday as weather is expected to deteriorate early afternoon.

General population shelters will be at the following locations:

LaBelle Middle School - 8000 E Cowboy Way, LaBelle, FL 33935
Clewiston High School – 1501 Francisco St. Clewiston, FL. 33440
The special needs shelter will also be open at the LJ Nobles Senior Center in LaBelle

Residents needing transportation to a shelter can utilize the STREAM transit fixed route services - https://www.hendryfla.net/transit.php



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.

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