Hillsborough County residents living in evacuation Zone A will be under a mandatory evacuation notice beginning at 9 a.m. Wednesday, the county said Wednesday morning. That zone covers low-lying areas along Tampa Bay and the Hillsborough and Palm Rivers.

TAMPA - As Hurricane Helene heads toward Florida, here's what people in Hillsborough County need to know. Hillsborough County has issued a mandatory evacuation beginning Wednesday at 9 a.m. for Zone A, along with anyone living in mobile and manufactured homes, regardless of their zone.

TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — Hillsborough County has opened up its county storm information line ahead of Hurricane Helene. Residents who do not have digital access can call 833-HC STORM (833-427-8676) for any storm-related questions. The storm information line is open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

In Hillsborough County, a mandatory evacuation order is in place for residents in Zone A and all mobile or manufactured homes.

On Wednesday, Pinellas and Hillsborough counties issued mandatory evacuation orders for people in Zone A. Here are the locations that will have sandbags according to a press release from Hillsborough County:

TAMPA - As Tropical Storm Helene heads toward Florida, here's what people in Hillsborough County need to know. No evacuations have been announced. City of Tampa offices will be closed on Thursday. No shelter openings were announced.

Officials in Hillsborough and Pinellas counties have issued mandatory evacuations for people located in Zone A, areas that are low-lying and prone to flooding.

Multiple counties across the west coast of Florida have issued mandatory evacuations. Find out where storm shelters and other information can be found to prepare for Hurricane Helene.

TAMPA - Polk County does not have a mandatory evacuation policy. Polk County Closings: All Polk County public schools and offices will be closed on Thursday, Sept. and Friday, Sept.