Update on Hurricane Helene – Siesta Drive Flooded, use South Bridge
September 26, 2024 —
UPDATE (as of 9/26/2024 1:30pm):
Due to flooding on Siesta Drive, Sarasota County advises using the south bridge to enter/exit Siesta Key.
UPDATE (as of 9/26/2024 5:30am):
Sarasota County Public Utilities is shutting off potable water service on Siesta and Casey Keys. You will begin noticing a pressure difference, and water service will be completely shut off by 8am. As a reminder, when potable water services return, these areas will be under a boil water notice. Please stay updated via Sarasota County social media channels, local news channels, and by visiting scgov.net or calling 311 or 941-861-5000.
September 25,
UPDATE (as of 9/25/2024 2:00pm):
County Public Utilities anticipates interrupting potable water service in the early morning Thursday, Sept. 26, to Siesta Key and Casey Key due to potential storm surge impacts .
Sarasota County is calling for Level A evacuation. This includes all of Siesta Key. Evacuation Centers will open at 12pm on Wednesday, Sept 25.
Click here for a list of evacuation centers.
Sarasota County operations will be closed on Wednesday, Sept. 25, and Thursday, Sept. 26, as the County works to support the Emergency Operations Center and the community.