Complimentary Uber Transport for Florida Residents Fleeing to Hurricane Milton Emergency Shelters
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Buckle up, Florida peeps! Got some helpful info if you're scrammin' before Hurricane Milton hits our shores this Wednesday. The Florida Division of Emergency Management's got your back with free Uber rides to and from emergency shelters, just like they did during Hurricane Helene. Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis made the announcement at a press conference on YouTube in the morning.
He said, "Florida's partnered with Uber for Hurricane Milton evacuation. So if you need a free ride to a shelter, use the promo code MILTONRELIEF. Thanks, Uber, for helpin' out when we're in a pinch."
You can find the shelters' list on FloridaDisaster.org, updated in real-time. To utilize the promo code, launch the Uber app, tap Account located at the bottom right of the screen, then Wallet.
As of Tuesday afternoon, the National Hurricane Center reports the hurricane weakened from a category 5 to a 4 overnight, but it's pickin' up speed again and fast approaching a 5. Tampa Bay is predicted to face a storm surge of 12-15 feet when the hurricane strikes Wednesday night. Tampa Mayor Jane Castor warned CNN Monday evening about just how dangerous the hurricane could be, sayin', "If you stick around in the evacuation areas, it's a death warrant."
Castor added, "Some of the predictions suggest Pinellas County to the south of us will be completely underwater. This situation is historic and unimaginable."
Gov. DeSantis mentioned during his press conference that many hotels in the area offer discounted rates for those in emergency situations. Both Expedia and Priceline have portals for evacuating Florida residents, providing a special rate for emergency accommodations.
"Local hotels like Rosen properties, Red Roof Inns, Alofts, La Quinta's, Motel 6, Best Western, and Holiday Inns are eager to provide help," said DeSantis.
Lastly, Gov. DeSantis encourages those who want to donate for relief efforts to consider giving to the Florida Disaster Fund. Stay safe, folks!
- To ensure a safe evacuation during Hurricane Milton, Floridians can utilize Uber rides with the promo code MILTONRELIEF, as announced by Governor Ron DeSantis.
- Earth-science experts predict a storm surge of 12-15 feet in Tampa Bay when Hurricane Milton strikes Wednesday night, highlighting the necessity for immediate evacuation.
- In the aftermath of Hurricane Milton, those looking to donate for relief efforts are encouraged to consider contributing to the Florida Disaster Fund.
- As a part of the ongoing effort to help Floridians affected by Hurricane Milton, local hotels such as Rosen Properties, Red Roof Inns, Alofts, La Quinta's, Motel 6, Best Western, and Holiday Inns are offering discounted rates.
