Myakka City Recovery Operations to Wind Down

Myakka City Recovery Operations to Wind Down
Posted on 11/18/2022
Volunteer helping distribute waterMANATEE COUNTY, FL (November 18, 2022) – Due to decreased demand and need, operations at the Manatee County Recovery Center at the Myakka City Community Center will be shifting over the next week.

Beginning this weekend, the water and chlorine distribution site at the Myakka City Community Center at 10060 Wauchula Road will limit operating hours. On Saturday, November 19, and Sunday, November 20, the distribution site will be open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Laundry and shower facilities will be available during those hours, as well.

The site will be open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday, November 21, Tuesday, November 22, and Wednesday, November 23—which will be the final day of its official operation.

Starting Friday, November 25, bottled water, and a limited amount of chlorine for well disinfection will be available at the Myakka City Community Center.

Residents with questions about water safety and testing are encouraged to call the Florida Department of Health at (941) 748-0747. For questions about community outreach and water distribution, call 3-1-1.