Pinellas County · Emergency planning

How to Register for Pinellas Special Needs Evacuation and Transportation Help

Register in advance, update the record each year, and confirm activation instructions before relying on county transportation or sheltering.

Researched by Claire Szewczyk · Sources checked August 9, 2026
Quick answer

Start here

Register through the Pinellas County Special Needs Evacuation Program or call Emergency Management at 727-464-3800. The program supports residents who need medical assistance, electricity, mobility help, or transportation during evacuation.

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Register before an emergency; confirm current activation instructions

Open special-needs registration

What to have ready

  • Pinellas address and contact information
  • Medical conditions, medications, equipment, oxygen, and electricity needs
  • Mobility device, caregiver, service animal, and emergency contacts
  • Transportation need and pickup information

Words you can use

“I need to register or update Pinellas special-needs information and may need evacuation transportation. What should be completed now, and how will transportation activation be confirmed?”

Steps in order

  1. 1

    Register before storm conditions.

  2. 2

    Update medical, equipment, caregiver, and transportation information annually.

  3. 3

    Prepare medications, identification, supplies, and caregiver plans.

  4. 4

    Follow county evacuation and pickup instructions during activation.

If the first answer is no or wait

Call 727-464-3800 if the online record is unclear. Registration does not replace calling 911 for immediate danger or a medical emergency.

Official sources

Sources checked August 9, 2026. Confirm eligibility, hours, cost, service area, and current availability directly.

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