TAMPA, Fla. — Some Tampa Bay area counties have announced school closures in anticipation of Hurricane Milton. 

The list will be updated as more school closures are announced.

What You Need To Know

HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY

Hillsborough County Public Schools will be closed Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday (Oct. 7 - 9)  to prepare for the impacts of the approaching storm. School district officials said the decision allows the county to convert schools into shelters for those needing to evacuate and gives families and district staff time to prepare their own storm plans.  

Get more information on the district's website and social media channels.

PASCO COUNTY

Pasco County Schools announced that all schools and district offices will be closed on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday (Oct. 7 - 9). All extracurricular activities, athletic events, and after-school programs are also canceled for these days. The district said it will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates as needed.


Families and staff are encouraged to follow the district's website and social media channels for the latest information.

PINELLAS COUNTY

All Pinellas County Schools and offices will be closed from Monday, Oct. 7 through Wednesday, Oct. 9. All sports and school activities scheduled for those dates are also canceled. No decision has been made for the end of the week due to the uncertainty of the storm’s path. 

Updates will be posted on the district website and social media channels.