Information Provided by Sumter County - UPDATED 10/5/2016
 

Sumter County is now under a Tropical Storm WATCH 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:
� Schools will be open tomorrow
� Routine government services are still available
� Sandbags are not available
� Shelters have not been activated

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.

All questions, comments, and concerns can be directed to (352) 569-4400.




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You need to take this down and put that we're under a tropical storm warning at this time. This is misleading information for Folks.