After Hurricane Helene passed through the Bradenton area, city officials are urging residents to conserve water Friday and Saturday.

Forecasters say the storm could cause flash flooding, downed trees and other serious threats as it passes through Manatee County on Thursday. Submit your photos or videos using this Google Form and tell us about the storm impacts you’re seeing in your area, such as flooding, closed roads and building damage.

Manatee County residents and visitors are being kept off Anna Maria Island, Flamingo Cay, and Long Boat Key while officials assess the damage left behind by Hurricane Helene.

Officials in Manatee County are set to begin the recovery process Friday morning after Hurricane Helene slammed through the area as a major Category 4 storm. Early reports of damage and flooding have been reported throughout the Bradenton area,

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As Helene churns through the Gulf of Mexico, its effects have already started in Manatee County. Here’s a look at Hurricane Helene’s impact in Bradenton and Manatee County: (8:35 a.m.) #Flooding reported by officers at Riverview Blvd & 21st St.