Hurricane Milton Updates
PSTA services have resumed. However, detours and delays are occurring rapidly as roads are being cleared and hazards are being discovered. We appreciate your patience as we work to offer the best possible service to as many riders as we can.
Storm-Related Detours
The following detours are currently in effect:
- Routes 15 & 23 will be taking 28th Ave instead of Shore Blvd S.
- The Suncoast Beach Trolley is servicing 75th & Gulf by taking Corey to Sunset to 75th.
- Eastbound SunRunner will turn right on 5th St, turn left on 2nd Ave S, and turn right on 4th St S.
Stay Updated
During and after a weather event, the latest information on PSTA bus service can be obtained by calling the InfoLine at 727-540-1900 or by visiting our Facebook or X accounts.
Storm Warnings
PSTA recommends that passengers keep a close watch on any storm and evacuate right away when suggested by Pinellas County Emergency Management. PSTA will phase out regular bus service as a storm approaches in order to provide evacuations and will halt service once a storm has Tropical Storm Force Winds (40 mph).
Emergency Transportation Plan
In the event of a hurricane, PSTA works with Pinellas County Emergency Management to assist with evacuation by providing bus transportation to designated shelters. A list of the shelters and routes that serve them will be posted prior to a pending storm.
There are also several locations where passengers can transfer and ride to a shelter with available space. The transfer locations are: Park Street Terminal, Grand Central Station, Westfield Countryside Mall, Tyrone Square Mall and Pinellas Park Transit Center.
Pets will be permitted on evacuation buses as long as they are in a pet carrier. Passengers who plan to evacuate to a shelter that accepts pets must pre-register with Pinellas County Animal Services by calling 727-582-2600.
Citizens who need transportation to a “special needs” shelter must pre-register with Pinellas County Emergency Management by calling 727-464-3800. Call your nearest fire department or home healthcare provider or submit a form online.
PSTA will resume service as soon as possible after a storm passes. PSTA will keep the local media updated about the status of service, so tune in to your local news provider for the most up-to-date information.