Access to Pinellas barrier islands, Gulf beaches being cut off

FOX 13 chief meteorologist Paul Dellegatto has the latest on Hurricane Helene.

TAMPA - Pinellas County is cutting off access to the barrier islands and Gulf beaches around 6 p.m. Thursday.

If your road is not flooded yet, and it is safe to leave, do so before 6 p.m.

Pinellas County officials say if you do not leave, first responders may not be able to get to you for hours in severe storm conditions.

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If you do leave, you are encouraged to turn off the breakers in your home when you leave.

If your road is already flooded, don't try to get out. Shelter in place in the highest spot inside your home.

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