Our thanks to the Villas webmaster Ron Ferranti for this excellent storm information.
First Alert Weather:
Tropical System Organizing
Reminder: Hurricane season in Florida is June 1 to November 30th but the most activity occurs from August to October.
Complete Disaster Supply Kit Checklist
Living in Palma Sola Trace offers many benefits and advantages including being minutes to the Gulf of Mexico. Advantages often have Disadvantages which in our case is hurricane season which starts June 1.
Now is the time to thoroughly be prepared for the Atlantic Hurricane Season. Residents are encouraged to have at least 7 days of supplies which include food, water, medicine, batteries, etc.
During the past few years, four hurricanes have made landfall in Florida, including Hurricane Michael, the first hurricane to make landfall in the U.S. as a Category 5 since Hurricane Andrew in 1992.
Emergency Management Info
There is a lot of information on this page to assist before, during and after an emergency situation.
Please review prior to an event and be prepared.
*The Master Board of Directors encourage everyone to sign-up for the Bradenton and Manatee County emergency alert services.
Local Weather Links
Manatee County Emergency Information
Get the latest weather updates here:
New Interactive Map for Flood Zones
HELPFUL PUBLICATIONS
MAKE A DISASTER PLAN
In addition to making a disaster plan, there are other ways you can prepare for an emergency:
FEMA Publications:
Preparing Makes Sense. Get Ready Now.
Preparing Makes Sense for Seniors
Preparing Makes Sense for People with Disabilities and Others with Access and Functional Needs. Get Ready Now.
Preparing Your Pets for Emergencies Makes Sense. Get Ready Now.
SANDBAG DISTRIBUTION LOCATIONS CLOSE TO PALMA SOLA TRACE
Please note that not all locations operate in every emergency.
Check this page to see which locations are open.
Do not underestimate the amount of work needed to fill ten bags and transport the sand bags back home.
Depending on how full you fill your bag, it can weigh 35-50 pounds. Ten bags can add 500 pounds to your vehicle.
G.T. Bray Park
5502 33rd Ave Dr W
Bradenton, FL 34209