HOLMES BEACH – The Holmes Beach Police Department is working with Manatee County Search and Rescue to gather supplies for first responders and residents in the Florida Panhandle affected by Hurricane Michael.
Items requested include duct tape, tarps, cleaning supplies, toys for small children, clothes, underwear, socks, shoes, fatigues, nonperishable food items, diapers, personal hygiene products and feminine hygiene products. Items most needed include T-shirts, underwear, socks and shoes. First responders in the area also are requesting pants and boots.
Donations can be dropped off at the HBPD, 5801 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Supplies are being collected through Friday with delivery this coming weekend to the panhandle. For more information, contact the HBPD at 941-708-5804.