Tampa, Fla. (NewsRadio WFLA)-Gasparilla Safety Tips and Important Information
Avast Ye! Gasparilla season is upon us and we have some safety tips and important information for your
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See Something, Say Something: The Tampa Police Department asks all attendees to remain vigilant during the parade and report any suspicious activity.
Police officers will be stationed along the route. You can also call the Tampa Police Department non-emergency line at (813) 231-6130. In the event of an emergency, dial 911.
Have a Meeting Place: Please note, due to large crowds there may be limited cell service during the event. For this reason, it is important to establish a meeting place ahead of time in case some of your krewe gets lost at sea.
Take a Photo of Your Child in Costume: To help identify your child if they get lost, take a photo of them the day of the parade. This will help law enforcement officers quickly identify your child by their pirate garb. If you lose your child, alert the closest officer immediately. They will be stationed along the entire route.