Florida’s sales tax holiday for hurricane supplies ends on Friday, so remember to stock up on the necessities while you can still save some money

Florida’s sales tax holiday for hurricane supplies ends on Friday, so remember to stock up on the necessities while you can still save some money.

 

The 2024 sales tax holiday ends on Friday, June the 14th.

 

Through the end of this week, you don’t have to pay the state’s six-percent sales tax on a number of items that are vital during disasters including most pet food.

 

Tax free items also include flashlights, radios and tarps.

 

You can buy first aid kits, gas or diesel fuel tanks, and ice chests as well as smoke detectors and fire extinguishers.

 

You will also be able to purchase ground anchor systems or tie-down kits selling for $100 or less and nonelectric food storage coolers selling for $60 or less.

 

You can even buy portable generators up to 3000 dollars and of course batteries.

 

If you are unsure about what you might need should a major storm hit our area this year, you can go to the Franklin County emergency Management website to see what is needed for a well-stocked hurricane survival kit.

 

This year there will also be a second 14-day tax-free period.

 

The second holiday comes right before the peak time of hurricane season, and will run from august 24^th through September the 6th. 

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