PSTA PREPARES FOR TROPICAL STORM NICOLE
PSTA PREPARES FOR TROPICAL STORM NICOLE
BUS SERVICE REMAINS IN EFFECT, UNLESS WINDS REACH 40 MILES PER HOUR
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
November 9th, 2022
St. Petersburg, Fla - The Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority (PSTA) is preparing for Tropical Storm Nicole. Bus service is scheduled to remain open, but PSTA will halt service if the storm has sustained Tropical Storm Force Winds of 40 miles per hour.
“The safety of our drivers and passengers is always our top priority at PSTA. We are committed to providing service, as long as it’s safe to do so,” said Brad Miller, Chief Executive Officer of PSTA. “As we keep a close watch on Tropical Storm Nicole path, we will continue to send updates to keep our community informed.”
PSTA will update the local media about the status of service, so tune into your local newspaper, TV radio, and online outlets for the most up-to-date information. Riders can also find the latest information on PSTA bus service by calling the InfoLine at 727-540-1900 or by visiting our Facebook and Twitter feeds at Ride PSTA. PSTA will resume service as soon as possible after the storm passes.
Pinellas County has opened two shelters at Ross Norton (1426 S M.L.K. Jr Ave, Clearwater) and Lealman Exchange Community Center (5175 45th St. N., St. Petersburg). PSTA will provide free bus transportation to those designated shelters.
To stay up to date, please follow PSTA on all social media channels and local media outlets.
MEDIA CONTACT:
Stephanie Weaver
PSTA Communications & Public Relations Manager
O: (727) 540-1853 | C: (727) 249-6542
E: Sweaver@psta.net
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PSTA: The Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority is the public transit provider for Pinellas County, providing more than 12.1 million rides per year. PSTA operates 40 bus and trolley routes with a fleet of 210 vehicles. More information is available at www.psta.net.