If you have been affected by Hurricane Milton, help is available. Our community has been approved for disaster assistance and we encourage all eligible individuals to apply for immediate critical needs. Points of Distribution open Monday, October 14. Apply at the link: www.disasterassistance.gov.
Pasco County Opens Comfort Stations
Pasco County is offering multiple comfort stations across the country to provide essential services to hurricane victims. All sites are open daily from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.:
- Hudson Regional Library - 8012 Library Rd, Hudson
- Sea Ranch Civic Association - 13711 Veronica Dr, Hudson
- South Holiday Library - 4649 Mile Stretch, Holiday
- UF/IFAS Extension Pasco County One Stop Shop - 15029 14th St, Dade City
- Zephyrhills Public Library - 5404 8th St, Zephyrhills
Comfort Stations may offer one or more of the following amenities:
- Showers
- Restrooms
- Laundry facilities
- Air conditioning
- Charging stations
Available amenities vary based on location. Call or chat with Pasco Customer Service at 727-847-2411/MyPasco.net to verify amenities at a specific location.
Pasco County Provides Water and Meals
Pasco County is providing food and water to Hurricane Helene and Milton victims at three locations throughout the county. These Points of Distribution (PODs) locations will ensure anyone displaced by the storm will have access to essential supplies. Points of Distribution open Monday, October 14. All sites are open to drive-in customers daily, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., while supplies last:
- Hudson Regional Library Parking Lot - 8012 Library Rd, Hudson
- Dade City Fairgrounds Parking Lot - 36722 Co Rd 52, Dade City
- St. Vincent DePaul Parking Lot - 4843 Mile Stretch, Holiday
- Zephyrhills Location - 5435 Gall Blvd, Zephyrhills
Supplies are available on a first-come, first-served basis, while they last. If you have any questions, please contact Pasco County Customer Service at 727-847-2411 or chat with us online at MyPasco.net.
Follow Pasco County on social media for continuing updates on Hurricane response and recovery efforts.
Florida Food Force
Need Assistance? Learn about the programs Florida Food Force has to offer! Discover how Florida Food Force, Inc. can support you through their various initiatives. Explore their programs and services today at floridafoodforce.org.
Florida Food Force, Inc.
11523 Prosperous Drive
Odessa, FL 33556
727-261-7422
floridafoodforce.org
Florida Food Force offers the following three programs:
Program #1
Emergency food box service is available Monday through Wednesdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. with appointment only with no county or income restrictions with photo id only. They also offer a list of local resources for additional assistance.
Program #2
Weekly food program is every Thursday. This program supports non-profits, such as shelters, homeless projects, pantries, veteran's needs and more by providing a carload of food and other resources weekly.
Program #3
Volunteer program is Monday through Wednesdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Thursdays from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. by appointments only. This is great opportunity for stay-at-home moms and dads, retirees, unemployed, community service and others to give of themselves for community efforts.