U-Haul locations offering free storage ahead of Irma

As Floridians prepare for Hurricane Irma and the catastrophic damage forecasters predict it will have, U-Haul is offering residents free self-storage for 30 days across the state, including in Bradenton.

With Irma expected to make landfall in Florida this weekend, U-Haul is offering the free storage as part of a proactive approach to Irma disaster relief, according to the company’s website and social media accounts.

The free self-storage is being offered in 96 U-Haul facilities in 54 Florida cities, including U-Haul of Bradenton, 3602 14th St. W., Bradenton. For more information, call 941-747-3744.

Free U-Box container usage is also being offered at 11 locations.

“Thousands have begun to leave their homes, creating an immediate need for secure facilities where evacuees can store their possessions,” U-Haul Company of Eastern Florida president Cal Conner said in a statement. “This is a neighborly service we have the ability to extend as Irma approaches and in her aftermath. We are happy to assist our communities in times of need.”

This story was originally published September 7, 2017 at 3:52 PM with the headline "U-Haul locations offering free storage ahead of Irma."