All Manatee County Shelters Open and Pet-Friendly, Ready to Welcome Residents

Manatee County officials have announced that all designated storm shelters are open and equipped to accommodate both residents and their pets. With plenty of space available, residents are encouraged to head to their nearest shelter for safety during the storm. All shelters are pet-friendly, providing a secure environment for both individuals and their furry companions.

Here are the open shelter locations with their addresses:

- Virgil Mills Elementary School

7200 69th St. E., Palmetto

- Jessie P. Miller Elementary School

601 43rd St. W., Bradenton

- Myakka Elementary School

37205 Manatee Ave., Myakka City

- W D Sugg Middle School

5602 38th Ave. W., Bradenton

- Barbara A. Harvey Elementary School

8610 115th Ave. E., Parrish

- B D Gullett Elementary School

12125 44th Ave. E., Bradenton

- Gilbert W McNeal Elementary School

6325 Lorraine Rd., Lakewood Ranch

- Dr. Mona Jain Middle School

12205 44th Ave. E., Bradenton

Residents are advised to choose a shelter near them and to stay informed by visiting mymanatee.org/storm for updates on shelter capacity and storm conditions.