Duke Energy Florida distributed about 400 “Shelter in Place Kits” to seniors at the Enoch Davis Center and the Sunshine Center in St. Petersburg. The effort is part of the company’s ongoing commitment to help local residents prepare for the remainder of the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season. In addition to kits for people, pet preparedness bags were also provided.
The kits given to seniors aged 60 and older included items such as a large rolling cooler, collapsible water container, shelf-stable food, cleaning and hygiene products, and other supplies needed for sheltering in place during a storm. Pet supplies included travel food bowls, slip leashes, and waste bags.
“Duke Energy Florida has deep roots in St. Pete, including thousands of current employees and retirees who call this city home,” said Melissa Seixas, Duke Energy Florida state president. “After last year’s devastating storms, it’s extremely important to me, as it is to everyone in our company, that our residents are prepared for whatever may come our way in the months ahead. I’m grateful for the opportunity to support so many seniors and appreciate the collaboration with the city of St. Petersburg and the Florida Council on Aging.”
“Working with corporate partners like Duke Energy Florida has such an impact on older adults across the state,” said Florida Council on Aging president, Erin McLeod. “FCOA is proud to serve as a conduit between the agencies that touch thousands of older adults’ lives and the businesses that have a strong desire to make a difference.”
Duke Energy Florida staff were present at one center to answer questions and guide seniors toward resources such as energy efficiency programs and financial assistance. More information about these programs can be found at duke-energy.com/HereToHelp.
The company also encourages residents seeking storm preparedness tips to visit duke-energy.com/StormTips or download the Red Cross Emergency mobile app.
Duke Energy Florida serves approximately 2 million customers across a 13,000-square-mile area in Florida with an energy capacity of 12,300 megawatts. Its parent company Duke Energy provides electricity to millions of customers across several states and continues investing in grid upgrades and cleaner energy sources.
More details about Duke Energy can be found at duke-energy.com or through its social media channels.
