The Sumter County Citizen Information can be reached at (352) 569-3190
Sumter County is now under a Tropical Storm WARNING pending the arrival of Hurricane Matthew. This means that sustained winds of 39 to 73 mph are EXPECTED sometime within 36 hours. You should expect the following:
• Well-constructed frame homes could have damage to roof, shingles, vinyl siding and gutters.
• Large branches of trees will snap and shallowly rooted trees may be toppled.
• Extensive damage to power lines and poles likely will result in power outages that could last a few to several days.
Please take this time to continue to prepare. We would also like you to know:
• Sumter County Schools will be closed tomorrow
• Sumter County Government offices will be closed tomorrow
• Sandbags are not available
• Two shelters have been opened. Sumter County Fairgrounds and Wildwood Recreation Center (special needs).
If you or a family member requires evacuation assistance or additional care, please register them at:
Florida Special Needs Registry
You can register for weather warnings at:
Code Red Weather Warning | Sumter County, FL - Official Website
Regular updates will be provided through our website or the Sumter County Sheriff’s Office Facebook at Sumter County Sheriff’s Office-Florida or on Twitter at @SCSOFL. Additional information can also be found at
Sumter County, FL - Official Website.
All questions, comments, and concerns can be directed to (352) 569-3190.
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