Hurricane Ian Press Release - Collier County Announces Emergency Shelter Openings

Collier County Announces Emergency Shelter Openings

Posted by Collier County Emergency Management: 09/27/22 10:42 AM

For those who elect to evacuate and do not have other options available to them General Population Shelters will open at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 27, as a last resort. The following Pet-Friendly General Population Shelters will be opening:

• Oak Ridge Middle School, 14975 Collier Blvd, Naples
• Corkscrew Middle School, 1165 Oil Well Rd, Naples
• Golden Gate Middle School, 2701 48th Terrace SW. Naples
•  Immokalee Middle School, 401 North 9th St, Immokalee

Those who plan to use emergency shelters should take any necessary medications, cell phone chargers, toiletries, foods, water, flashlights, bedding and anything else they need to be comfortable. Pet owners must bring their vaccination records, the appropriate size kennel for their animals, food and water for a minimum of three days, bowls and all supplies including waste bags and litter. When taking pets outside, they must remain leashed, and pet owners are responsible for picking up pet waste. There must be a family member or caretaker of the pet present in the shelter always.

Please visit www.colliercountyfl.gov or call 311 if you are within Collier County or (239) 252-8444 if you are out of the area, for more information.