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10:54 a.m.:
COUNTY: ‘Numerous’ lift stations are without power
Officials in Charlotte County are asking people to limit their water usage.
“Numerous wastewater lift stations within the county are without power,” it stated in a news release. “Low pressure sewer customers must also limit water usage during the power outage. In a power outage, low pressure sewer pumps will not function.”
It noted that, within its area, there are not currently any boil water notices.
“Our water systems are operational,” it noted in a news release.
But it wants people to contact the county’s Utilities Department if they experience a sewer back up.
“We are working to address them as soon as possible,” the news release noted.
Its phone number is 941-764-4300
10:32 a.m.:
Charlotte County officials are encouraging people to use the American Red Cross to connect with loved ones after Hurricane Milton.
“The Reunification Plan tools can help if assistance is needed locating a missing friend or relative because of a current disaster,” it stated in a news release.