WATCH LIVE: Pinellas County officials provide update on Hurricane Helene recovery efforts

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. – Pinellas County officials hold a press conference to provide an update on recovery efforts following Hurricane Helene.

The press conference is scheduled to begin at 10:30 a.m

On Saturday, the sheriff’s office said nine storm-related deaths had been confirmed statewide. PCSO said all deaths occurred in Mandatory Evacuation Zone A areas, with many of the victims drowning.

The county’s barrier islands reopened to residents and business owners over the weekend. Visitors can only enter their holiday apartments or hotels on Tuesday at 4 p.m.

Classes have resumed at Pinellas County Public Schools, but two campuses — Gulf Beaches Elementary and Madeira Beach Fundamental K-8 — are temporarily closed due to severe electrical damage.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

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