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Hurricane Milton is currently tracking towards Florida, bringing with it the potential for significant wind and rainfall. The National Weather Service has issued warnings for various regions, advising residents to prepare for severe weather conditions. In light of this, numerous Florida Rural Legal Services (FRLS) offices serving Florida's communities are closing to prioritize safety.
Affected Offices and Closure Details
Belle Glade Office
- Serving: Western Palm Beach County
- Closure: Closed from Monday, October 7, at 3 p.m. through Friday, October 11.
Fort Myers Office
- Serving: Lee, Charlotte, DeSoto, Hendry, and Glades counties
- Closure: Closed from Monday, October 7, through Friday, October 11.
Fort Pierce Office
- Serving: Indian River, Martin, Okeechobee, and St. Lucie counties
- Closure: Closed from Monday, October 7, at 3 p.m. through Friday, October 11.
Immokalee Office
- Serving: Migrant workers in all Florida counties
- Closure: Closed from Monday, October 7, through Friday, October 11.
Lakeland Office
- Serving: Polk, Hardee, and Highlands counties
- Closure: Closed from Monday, October 7, at noon through Friday, October 11.
Riviera Beach/West Palm Beach Office
- Serving: Palm Beach County
- Closure: Closed from Monday, October 7, at 3 p.m. through Friday, October 11.