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Emergency Preparedness

Making sure 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.

HOW TO PLAN & PREPARE

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.

Build Your Emergency Kit

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

Secure Your Pet

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

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.

Preparedness Videos

These on-demand videos can help you prepare before, during and after a storm.

Stay Informed

Stay connected to Largo.com, enews, LargoTV and follow the City on Facebook, Twitter and Nextdoor

FEMA
Mobile App

WeatherSTEM Stations

Pinellas County
Hurricane Prep Guide

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Building Permit Fees Changing April 19, 2023

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March 27, 2023

20th Street Road Closure Update

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March 27, 2023

Groundbreaking for First Net-Zero Energy Affordable Unit in Largo

On Thursday, March 23, the City of Largo joined the Tampa Bay Community Development Corporation to break ground on the City's first affordable net zero housing unit. Suncoast Housing Connections will serve as the developer on the project.

March 24, 2023

Early Morning Concrete Pours Continue in Downtown Largo

Residents and businesses located in Downtown Largo may notice an early morning start to construction on West Bay Drive.

March 21, 2023

City of Largo Invites Community to Largo Live on Your Block!

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March 07, 2023

Largo City Commission Celebrates Women's History Month and Largo Police Promotions

During the March 7, 2023, Largo City Commission meeting, the Commission celebrated Women's History Month with a proclamation as well as the promotion of Largo Police personnel.

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Chris Duarte

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February 28, 2023

City of Largo Underwater Egg Hunt

Join the City of Largo on Friday, April 7 for an oh-so-Florida Easter activity with the annual Underwater Egg Hunt in Largo's Southwest Pool.

February 06, 2023

City Manager Henry Schubert Announces Retirement

After 42 years of service to the Largo community, Henry Schubert, Largo’s City Manager announces his retirement as of June 30, 2023. Henry started with the City in 1980 in the Planning Department and has served in multiple roles, including Acting Fire Chief, City Clerk, and in the City’s budget office.

February 02, 2023

City of Largo Wins Top Workplace Award for Third Year in a Row

The City of Largo is proud to announce that the City of Largo has been named a National Top Workplace again for 2023!

January 31, 2023

2023 Summer Theater Camp

Sponsored by the Central Park Performing Arts Foundation

December 21, 2022

The City of Largo Announces 2023 Shredfest Dates

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November 11, 2022

Monitoring Tropical Storm Nicole

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November 04, 2022

Horizon West Bay Project Update

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November 18, 2021

Woodrow Park Updates

The City of Largo is planning updates to Woodrow Park and the surrounding area. Check this site for project updates.

June 12, 2021

WeatherSTEM Stations

To keep you naturally informed and ahead of the weather, Largo Fire Rescue has installed web-based WeatherSTEM weather stations at its six fire stations. The stations offer a wide variety of real-time weather information data and a live video feed from the station. You can also see time-lapse video from the station's camera.

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