The City of Orlando continues to monitor Tropical Storm Fay. According to the National Hurricane Center, residents can expect heavy rains, slight wind gusts and a minor possibility of tornados overnight.

Accordingly, all residents are encouraged to stay off the roads unless it’s absolutely necessary.
Residents should also note the following information:
The City of Orlando Emergency Operations Center (EOC) and the Emergency Information Line, 407-246-4268, will close at 6 p.m. today, Tuesday, August 19, 2008. The City will continue to monitor the situation for any changes.

WEDNESDAY: City Hall will be open Wednesday as normal.

WEDNESDAY: Orange County Public Schools will be open Wednesday as normal.

WEDNESDAY: The City will pick-up yard waste as regularly scheduled.

Additional information will be relayed through the City's web site and through print and electronic media as soon as it becomes available.

For more information about hurricane preparedness, residents can visit the City's web page at:
www.cityoforlando.net/emergency

Residents may also tune into the City’s emergency radio station, 1650 AM, for information on the storm. This new service provides information both before and after a storm, and is especially designed for residents who lose power during a storm.

MEDIA NOTE: The Orlando Emergency Operations Center will close at 6 p.m. today, Tuesday, August 19, 2008. For media inquiries after this time, please contact Carson Chandler, 407-467-3248, or Heather Allebaugh, 407-383-6822.