Hurricane Ian: What is open, closed in Palm Beach County, including schools, transportation
As Palm Beach County feels the impact of Hurricane Ian, here is what is open, closed from Jupiter to Boca Raton as of Tuesday, Sept. 27.
Palm Beach County Schools
Palm Beach County public schools are closed Wednesday. Officials have not made a call for the rest of the week.
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Palm Beach Atlantic University (PBAU)
The university said that in-person classes scheduled for Wednesday and Thursday were canceled due to Hurricane Ian, but that fully online classes would be held as scheduled.
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Palm Beach State College
The school announced on Tuesday that all in-person and online classes at all five campuses (Lake Worth, Boca Raton, Palm Beach Gardens, Belle Glade and Loxahatchee Groves) are cancelled for Wednesday.
Everglades University
The school announced that its Boca Raton campus would be closed Wednesday.
Florida Atlantic University
All campuses will suspend operations and all classes, including online classes, are canceled for Wednesday. A decision about Thursday's classes and operations for the Boca Raton, Davie, Jupiter, Fort Lauderdale and SeaTech campuses will be made as information becomes available, the school said in a statement.
Keiser University
The school will close both of its West Palm Beach campuses Wednesday.
Brightline
On Tuesday, Brightline officials said they were operating on their regular schedule and were monitoring the storm. A representative for the rail service said they would be issuing alerts and notices later Wednesday.
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Tri-Rail
Tri-Rail currently has not canceled any transportation services. Tri-Rail spokesperson Victor Garcia said that the company would start making plans to shut down the railroad when winds are forecasted to go above 35 mph.
Palm Tran
There will be no Palm Tran or Palm Tran Connection Wednesday due to Hurricane Ian.
Port of Palm Beach
Port Condition Zulu is in effect and the port is shut down and will remain closed until further notice. It will reopen as soon as it is safe to do so. Port Condition Zulu means sustained gale force winds are expected to arrive within twelve hours.
Information: https://www.portofpalmbeach.com/
Palm Beach County Drawbridges
The Florida Department of Transportation is locking down drawbridges in Palm Beach, Martin and St. Lucie counties for the duration of Hurricane Ian. Bridges will remain open to car traffic. Mariners should check the Coast Guard notice to mariners for updates and more information here.
Downtown West Palm Beach Trolley Service
The Downtown Development Authority said all operations stopped at 7 p.m. Tuesday and will restart when weather conditions permit.
Government offices
Juno Beach: Town offices are open Wednesday.
Jupiter: Town Hall and all town parks will be closed Wednesday.
Palm Beach Gardens: City Hall will be open Wednesday, but all parks and recreation areas will be closed.
North Palm Beach: Village offices were scheduled to be open Wednesday.
Wellington: Village Hall and all parks and recreational facilities, including the Wellington Aquatics and Tennis Center, are closed. Visit Wellingtonfl.gov/parks for updates.
Royal Palm Beach: Village offices were scheduled to be open Wednesday.
Greenacres: City Hall is closed Wednesday and will reopen Thursday.
Lantana: All town offices, parks and facilities will be closed Wednesday.
Delray Beach: City Hall, all parks, golf courses, tennis facilities and community centers will be closed Wednesday.
Belle Glade: City Hall will be closed Wednesday and Thursday.
Pahokee: City Hall will be closed Wednesday and Thursday.
Palm Beach County offices: All county offices, including courthouses and health clinics, will be closed. First-appearance hearings will take place at the Palm Beach County Jail.
Federal offices: Most are closed, including Social Security offices across South Florida.
Federal courts: They are closed across South Florida on Wednesday.
Trash pickup in Palm Beach County
Waste Management of Palm Beach will suspend collection service on Wednesday in Palm Beach County. Please check https://www.wmfloridastorm.com/ post-storm for resumption of service details.
Trash collection in unincorporated areas of Palm Beach County will occur as scheduled, according to the Solid Waste Authority. All facilities will operate as normal.
Lion Country Safari
On Tuesday, Sept. 27, the popular animal park was open for drive-through only and at a reduced admission price of $20 for guests ages 3 and older. The walk-through park, including gift shops and restaurants, were all closed. Park officials said that the park would be closed on Wednesday. In anticipation of the heavy rains and wind, the park has lowered water levels on the property, secured materials around work areas and have stored water in barrels for the animals in case of a power outage. 2003 Lion Country Safari Road, Loxahatchee. Information: https://www.lioncountrysafari.com/
Palm Beach Zoo
Christine Demichael direction of communications for the zoo and she said they were monitoring the situation and would decide if they will be open todayWednesday after Tuesday's 5 p.m. advisory. Please check their website to see whether they are open or closed. They have already moved some of their tropical birds into hurricane-safe habitats. The other animals will shelter in place and most of their enclosures have hurricane-safe indoor habitats that they can go into if they choose. 1301 Summit Blvd., West Palm Beach. Information: https://www.palmbeachzoo.org/
Cox Science Center
The center's chief operating officer Carla Duhaney said they closed at 3 p.m. Tuesday and would be closed Wednesday. She said they planned to reopen on Thursday, but will make the official call Wednesday. 4801 Dreher Trail, West Palm Beach. Information: https://www.coxsciencecenter.org/
iTHINK Financial Amphitheatre
Due to Hurricane Ian, the Luke Bryan concert slated for Friday has been rescheduled for Nov. 4. The venue said they would be making a decision regarding the Alice in Chains and Breaking Benjamin show scheduled for Saturday in the coming days. Organizers said to keep checking their Facebook and Instagram pages. 601-7 Sansburys Way, West Palm Beach. Information: https://www.ithinkfi.org/community/amphitheatre
Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse & Museum
The lighthouse was closed Tuesday and today due to Hurricane Ian and officials would make a decision about opening back up on Thursday pending conditions. 500 Captain Armour's Way, Jupiter. Information: https://www.jupiterlighthouse.org/
Palm Beach Skate Zone
The ice skating center closed at 5 p.m. Tuesday and said they would be closed Wednesday. 8125 Lake Worth Road, Lake Worth Beach. Information: https://www.pbskatezone.com/
Boys & Girls Clubs of Palm Beach County
With safety being their number one priority, all Clubs will be closed Wednesday, due to Hurricane Ian. Media advisories and updates will be sent out via https://bgcpbc.org/
Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens
Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens in Delray Beach will be closed Wednesday and will reopen when it is safe to resume regular operations. 4000 Morikami Park Road, Delray Beach. Information: www.morikami.org
Peggy Adams Animal Rescue League
The animal rescue organization closed at 4 p.m. Tuesday and announced they would remain closed until Thursday because of Hurricane Ian. 3200 N. Military Trail, West Palm Beach. Information: https://www.peggyadams.org/
The Town of Jupiter
The town has suspended all parks and recreation programs until further notice ahead of Hurricane Ian. This decision applies both to programs in town parks and at the Jupiter Community Center. It applies to Jupiter-Tequesta Athletic Association activities adult athletic leagues, classes and drop-in activities as well.
Veterans Information Fair
The event scheduled for 9 a.m. to noon on Wednesday at the South County Civic Center in Delray Beach has been postponed. County Commissioner Maria Sachs, the event's sponsor, said the event will be rescheduled for a later date. 16700 Jog Road, Delray Beach. Information: https://floridavets.org/event/commissioner-maria-sachs-veterans-information-fair-2/
Downtown West Palm Beach Fit Body Boot Camp
The gym will be closed on Wednesday due to the predicted heavy rains and possibly dangerous road conditions. 112 No Dixie Highway, West Palm Beach. Information: https://fitbodybootcamp.com/9633-west-palm-beach-fl/
Restaurants closed
Deck 84: Closed for lunch today on Wednesday, Sept. 28. Dinner TBA, will revisit situation on Wednesday afternoon.
Pagoda Kitchen: Closed for lunch today on Wednesday, Sept. 28. Dinner TBA, will revisit situation on Wednesday afternoon.
Burt & Max’s: Closed for lunch today on Wednesday, Sept. 28. Dinner TBA, will revisit situation on Wednesday afternoon.
Max’s Grille: Closed for lunch today on Wednesday, Sept. 28. Dinner TBA, will revisit situation on Wednesday afternoon.
Topside at the Beacon: The rooftop bar and lounge is closed on Wednesday, Sept. 28. Reopening tentative on storm.
Brule Bistro: Will be closed Wednesday.
Rose's Daughter: Will be closed Wednesday.
Hurricane Bar and Lounge: Will be open and hosting a hurricane party on Wednesday.
Pollo Tropical: The chain announced that they closed all of their locations in Palm Beach, Broward and Miami-Dade counties at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday and would reopen after the storm passes and they deem it safe.
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