(This story will be updated.)
As Hurricane Milton has now exited the east coast of Florida and left a devastating wake in its path, much of Florida will is dealing with strong winds and, in certain areas, some showers. This combined with search and rescue missions, massive cleanup efforts and power restoration in some areas, will force many businesses to remain closed and disrupt transportation.
Here's a look at what is expected to be open and closed in Palm Beach County. Conditions are changing, so check online before making plans.
Transportation
Palm Beach International Airport
According to their website at 7:30 a.m. Thursday, the airport closed to arriving aircraft Wednesday night. They advise that they will reopen their terminal when safe to do so. The advice people to check directly with their airline for flight updates and follow PBIA's social media for further updates.
Information: 1000 Palm Beach International Airport, West Palm Beach. pbia.org
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Port of Palm Beach
As of Thursday morning the port remains closed. It will reopen as soon as it is safe to do so, officials said.
Information: One E. 11th St., Riviera Beach. portofpalmbeach.com
Brightline
Brightline will cease operations all day today, Thursday, Oct. 10 between West Palm Beach and Orlando in the wake of Hurricane Milton. Service between all South Florida stations is expected to continue with 14 roundtrips both days. The high speed rail service will resume full operations after an assessment of track conditions once the storm has passed. Passengers who currently have a reservation should refer to their email for updates to their trip. Passengers are encouraged to visit www.gobrightline.com and social media pages for the latest information.
Tri-Rail
Due to the severe weather conditions anticipated in South Florida from Hurricane Milton, the South Florida Regional Transportation Authority (SFRTA) will suspend Tri-Rail operations for today, Thursday, Oct. 10. SFRTA plans to initiate the railroad restoration process Thursday evening, aiming to resume regular service on Friday, as long as it has been determined to be safe.
Information: tri-rail.com
Palm Tran
In preparation for Hurricane Milton, Palm Tran services will stop operating most of their routes through the end of the day Thursday, Oct. 10. Weather permitting, Palm Tran will work to the best of their capacity to accommodate individuals needing public transit to the shelter locations. Those routes include 1, 2, 3, 33, 40, 46 and 47. Additionally as weather permits, Palm Tran Connection will continue to provide transportation for eligible individuals to the special needs shelter at the South Florida Fairgrounds and open general population shelters. Go Glades service will also continue as weather permits.
Information: palmtran.org/hurricane-updates
Circuit
The transportation service in downtown West Palm Beach is monitoring the situation and, as of Wednesday morning, believes they will be closed Thursday, Oct. 10.
Information: 1129 Clare Ave., West Palm Beach. ridecircuit.com/palmbeach
Información importante en Español:Huracán Milton: Una orden de evacuación y los refugios en el condado de Palm Beach
Education
Palm Beach County Public Schools
The Palm Beach County School District has canceled all classes and after school activities for Thursday, Oct. 10.
Update:Palm Beach County schools closing to prepare for Hurricane Milton
Private K-12 schools
Please check with your school for details.
Palm Beach Atlantic University
The university closed its West Palm Beach campus at 5 p.m. and its Orlando campus at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 8. They will continue academic instruction remotely from through Friday, Oct. 11. A thorough assessment will be done following the storm before reopening. For further updates, please monitor PBA’s storm updates page.
Information: 901 S. Flagler Drive, West Palm Beach. pba.edu
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Florida Atlantic University
Florida Atlantic campuses suspended operations and classes, including online classes, Tuesday, Oct. 8 through today, Thursday, Oct. 10. A decision about Friday, Oct. 11 operations and classes will be made as information becomes available. Students, faculty and staff are advised to monitor all communication channels, including the University status page (fau.edu/advisory), the University homepage (fau.edu), the Florida Atlantic hotline 1-888-8FAUOWL (832-8695), email, text, phone and local media outlets.
Information: 777 Glades Road, Boca Raton. fau.edu
Palm Beach State College
Palm Beach State College will be closed through Thursday, Oct. 10 in anticipation of the storm, according to an announcement today, Tuesday morning. Online classes are also cancelled.
Information: campuses in Lake Worth Beach, Palm Beach Gardens, Belle Glade, Boca Raton, Loxahatchee Groves. palmbeachstate.edu/studentupdates
Keiser University
The schools West Palm Beach campus will be closed today, Thursday, Oct. 10.
Information: 2085 Vista Parkway, West Palm Beach. keiseruniversity.edu
Attractions
Arthur R. Marshall Loxahatchee Wildlife Refuge
The refuge closed Monday evening, Oct. 7 and will remain closed until conditions improve. Please check their website for the latest announcements including when they will reopen.
Information: 10216 Lee Road, Boynton Beach. fws.gov/refuge/arthur-r-marshall-loxahatchee
Busch Wildlife Sanctuary
The facility will be closed to the public today, Thursday, Oct. 10 and will stopped accepting patients to the their rehabilitation center on Wednesday, Oct. 9. People are advised to check the sanctuary's social media for when they will reopen for possible patient intake on Thursday.
Information: 17855 Rocky Pines Road, Jupiter. buschwildlife.org
Cox Science Center and Aquarium
The center will be closed today, Thursday, Oct. 10.
Information: 4801 Dreher Trail N., West Palm Beach. coxsciencecenter.org
Palm Beach Zoo
Due to the potential impacts of Hurricane Milton, the zoo will be closed through today, Thursday, Oct. 10. This time will be used to ensure the safety of the zoo staff and animals. The Zoo's dedicated Ride Out Crew will stay at the Zoo for the entirety of the storm to care for the animals you know and love.
Information: 1301 Summit Blvd., West Palm Beach. palmbeachzoo.org
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Norton Museum of Art
Because of potential severe weather caused by Hurricane Milton, the Norton Museum of Art will be closed today, Thursday, Oct. 10. Weather permitting, the museum will reopen Friday, Oct. 11. For the most up-to-date information, visit norton.org and follow on social media.
Information: 1450 S. Dixie Highway, West Palm Beach. norton.org
Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse & Museum
They will be closed today, Thursday, Oct. 10 out of an abundance of caution for the safety of their staff, volunteers, and guests. Check social media for further updates
Information: 500 Captain Armour's Way, Jupiter. jupiterlighthouse.org
Lion Country Safari
The park remains closed today, Thursday, Oct. 10. Park officials advise to check their social media for the most current updates.
Information: 2003 Lion Country Safari Road, Loxahatchee. lioncountrysafari.com
Armory Art Center
In the wake of Hurricane Milton, the center's classes are canceled today, Thursday, Oct. 10. Weather permitting, the center will reopen on Friday, Oct 11.
Information: 811 Park Place, West Palm Beach. armoryart.org
Kravis Center
The performing arts center will be closed today, Thursday, Oct. 10. This includes the box office and administrative offices.
Information: 701 Okeechobee Blvd., West Palm Beach. kravis.org
Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens
The facility was closed Wednesday, Oct. 9 and will remain closed until conditions improve. Please check their website and social media for reopening announcements.
Information: 4000 Morikami Park Road, Delray Beach. morikami.org
Richard and Pat Johnson Palm Beach County History Museum
The museum will be closed today, Thursday, Oct. 10.
Information: 300 N. Dixie Highway, West Palm Beach. pbchistory.org
Lake Worth Beach Pier
The City of Lake Worth Beach closedthe Lake Worth Beach Pier, also known as theWilliam O. Lockhart Municipal Pier, Monday, Oct. 7, at 10 a.m. Once the inclement weather has subsided, their staff will assess any damage and reopen the pier when it is safe to do so.
Information: 10 S. Ocean Blvd., Lake Worth Beach. lakeworthbeachfl.gov
Lake Worth Beach/Casino Complex
The city closedtheir beach and Casino Complex on Wednesday, Oct. 9 out of an abundance of caution in preparation for the effects of rain and wind from Hurricane Milton. All businesses and parking lots are closed, and no lifeguards areon duty.
Information: https://lakeworthbeachfl.gov/
Clematis by Night in downtown West Palm Beach
Due to Hurricane Milton, Clematis by Night featuring the band Slip and the Spinouts is canceled for tonight, Thursday, Oct.10.
Information: 100 N. Clematis St., West Palm Beach. instagram.com
YMCA Aquatics Center
The facility was closed Wednesday, Oct. 9.
Information: 2728 Lake Worth Road, Lake Worth Beach. ymcapalmbeaches.org/aquatic-center
Margaritaville at Sea
The USCG has closed the Port of Palm Beach for cruise operations until further notice. Margaritaville at Sea's earliest estimation to resume port operations is Friday, Oct. 11, however, the decision to reopen the port is ultimately made by the USCG and the Port of Palm Beach.
Information: One East 11th St., Riviera Beach. 877-701-8818; margaritavilleatsea.com/weather-related-travel-advisory
Boys & Girls Clubs of Palm Beach County
Due to the potential impact of Hurricane Milton, all Boys & Girls Clubs and administrative offices in Palm Beach County will be closed today, Thursday, Oct. 10.
Information: 800 Northpoint Parkway, West Palm Beach. bgcpbc.org
Palm Beach County Food Bank
The facility will be closed today, Thursday, Oct. 10 out of an abundance of caution.
Information: 701 Boutwell Road, Lake Worth Beach. pbcfoodbank.org
YMCA of the Palm Beaches' Wellness Centers
The centers, located on Palm Beach State College's Lake Worth Beach and Palm Beach Gardens campuses, were Wednesday, Oct. 9.
Information: PBSC Lake Worth Beach, 4200 S. Congress Ave., Lake Worth Beach; PBSC Gardens Campus, 3160 PGA Blvd., Palm Beach Gardens. ymcapalmbeaches.org/wellness-center
Publix Supermarket
Stay up to date and find out if the Publix in your area is open with the store status link on the company's website. Click here to see specific store hours for your location.
The Mall at Wellington Green
The mall closed at 5 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 9. Officials at the shopping and dining complex said they plan to reopen on today, Thursday, Oct. 9, but exact hours were not yet established.
Information: 10300 Forest Hill Blvd., Wellington. shopwellingtongreen.com
The Gardens Mall
The mall closed at 6 p.m. today, Wednesday, Oct. 9 due to Hurricane Milton. Mall officials said they will monitor conditions and evaluate the ability to reopen.
Information: 3101 PGA Blvd., Palm Beach Gardens. thegardensmall.com
CityPlace, Taste of CityPlace
The third annual Taste of CityPlace event, originally scheduled for tonight, Thursday, Oct. 10 has been rescheduled for next Thursday, Oct. 17.
Information: 700 S. Rosemary Ave., West Palm Beach. cityplace.com
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Eddie Ritz is a journalist atThe Palm Beach Post, part of the USA TODAY Florida Network.You can reach him ateritz@pbpost.com. Help support our journalism.Subscribe today.