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Emergency Preparedness

Making sur you and your loved ones will survive a storm or other disaster is a year-round task that requires attention to your personal business, your family, your home and your vehicles. It is not a task that can be done in just 24 hours, so start your planning now. View the links below from Pinellas County Emergency Management to help you know what to do before, during and after a storm.

Tools & Resources

Know Your Zone

View evacuation zones and maps. Determine if and when you would have to evacuate.

Have a Plan

Complete a disaster plan before the chaos of an approaching storm to be sure you have time to do it right.

Get a Survival Kit

If you are staying home during a storm, here’s a list of items to consider for your survival kit.

Secure Your Pet

Pinellas County pet owners have new options when it comes to pet-friendly emergency shelters. View your options.

Find a Shelter

If you decide to evacuate before a storm, learn where to go, how to get there and which shelters accept pets.

After the Storm

After the storm, it's time to assess the damage. View next steps to help you during recovery.

Watch Emergency and Storm Related Videos

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November 19, 2019

Commissioner Carroll Graduates from Premier Educational Program

Largo City Commissioner John Carroll recently graduated from the Institute for Elected Municipal Officials (IEMO) IV: Municipal Leadership, a course sponsored by the Florida League of Cities.

November 18, 2019

Celebrating 50 years of Friendship and Cultural Exchange

Visitors from Kami City, Japan arrived in the City of Largo to celebrate 50 years of international friendship and cultural exchange since the signing of a Sister City Agreement in 1969.

November 15, 2019

Holiday Safety Tips

With the holidays soon approaching, it's easy to forget about safety precautions and careful behavior. However, knowing how to stay safe is just as important now as it is during the rest of the year. Many safety and home security issues come up that you might not have considered. Follow these top safety tips for the holidays from Largo Public Safety to ensure that you are safe and prepared, and can enjoy your happy holidays free of stress and worry.

November 13, 2019

Holiday Facility Closure & Collection Notice

City of Largo facilities will be closed on Thursday, November 28 and Friday, November 29 for the Thanksgiving holiday.

November 04, 2019

Vice Mayor John Carroll Travels to D.C. for FAST Fly-In Advocacy Trip

Members of the Florida League of Cities Federal Action Strike Team bring local issues to Washington, D.C.

November 01, 2019

Largo Wins First Place at International SWANA Road-E-O Competition

Public Works Solid Waste Team Member Shauwn Clark brought home the ‘gold medal’ from the 2019 SWANA International Road-E-O competition!

November 01, 2019

November Events in Largo

This month will see the return of Largo Taste Fest, a celebration of Veterans, the start of Holiday Lights in Largo Central Park and more!

October 30, 2019

City of Largo to Break Ground on Environmental Services Operations Building

On Wednesday, November 13, 2019, the City of Largo Environmental Services will break ground on a new operations building, Largo's First Category Five-Rated Structure.

October 11, 2019

North Pole Express Tickets On Sale Now!

December 14 & 15, Largo Central Park

October 07, 2019

Office of Congressman Crist to Host Mobile Office Hours this Fall at Library

The Office of Congressman Charlie Crist will host mobile office hours at the Largo Public Library this fall.

September 19, 2019

Team Largo Celebrates Employees of the Quarter

Five amazing City of Largo team members were recognized as Employees of the Quarter at the September 17, 2019, Largo City Commission Meeting.

May 29, 2019

Hurricane Preparedness

There are currently no storm updates at this time.

May 13, 2019

Largo Joins Alert Pinellas Network

Alert Pinellas subscribers in Largo can now receive notifications directly from the City of Largo.

April 01, 2019

Community Ambassadors Become Recycling Advocates

Largo’s Community Ambassadors are teaming up to help educate fellow residents about the dos and don’ts of recycling.

March 15, 2019

Largo Recreation Would Like Your Feedback

Give your feedback about a recent visit to one of our facilities or parks and be entered to win a $25 credit to your household

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