The Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) has issued a reminder for residents and visitors to observe cold weather safety measures as a strong cold front is forecasted to bring the lowest temperatures of this winter season across North...
Today, the Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) and the University of Florida (UF) announced a significant development in public safety messaging with the launch of the first BEACON site at WUFT-FM in Gainesville.
The Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) is reminding residents affected by Hurricane Milton to apply for the Operation Blue Roof Program before the deadline on November 14.
The storm debris drop-off site at the Pinellas County Solid Waste Disposal Complex in St. Petersburg is set to close to the public and municipal debris haulers at 7 p.m. on Monday, October 28.
The Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) has announced the launch of Operation Blue Roof, a program run by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Jacksonville District. This initiative is designed to assist residents impacted by Hurricane Milton by providing temporary roofing solutions.
Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced a $9.5 million award to SeaPort Manatee for infrastructure repairs following Hurricane Milton's damage. The port, a crucial hub in Southwest Florida, faced potential losses of $225 million due to the hurricane. Damage included the loss of 10 out of 13 warehouses and three docking facilities.
Governor Ron DeSantis, alongside key state officials, provided updates on Florida's preparedness for Hurricane Milton. The hurricane is currently located about 720 miles southwest of Tampa, with maximum sustained winds of 155 mph. It is expected to move near the Yucatan Peninsula before approaching Florida's west coast by Wednesday.
Governor Ron DeSantis has issued Executive Order 24-215, amending a previous order to increase the number of Florida counties under a state of emergency due to Tropical Storm Milton. The new order raises the count from 35 to 51 counties.
Governor Ron DeSantis and Kevin Guthrie, Executive Director of the Florida Division of Emergency Management, addressed the public from the State Emergency Operations Center in Tallahassee about preparations for Tropical Storm Milton. The storm is currently positioned approximately 860 miles west-southwest of Tampa with winds reaching up to 60 mph and is expected to move across the Gulf of Mexico toward Florida's west coast.
Governor Ron DeSantis has initiated Operation Blue Ridge to aid North Carolina and Tennessee in their recovery from Hurricane Helene. This multi-state agency response includes efforts from the Florida Division of Emergency Management, Florida State Guard, Florida National Guard, Florida Department of Transportation, Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission, a Florida Law Enforcement Coordination Task Force, and a dedicated Law Enforcement Strike Team.
Governor Ron DeSantis announced that Florida is deploying recovery assistance to North Carolina and Tennessee in response to Hurricane Helene. The initiative, named Operation Blue Ridge, involves multiple state agencies including the Florida Division of Emergency Management, Florida State Guard, Florida National Guard, Florida Department of Transportation, Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission, a Law Enforcement Coordination Task Force, and a Law Enforcement Strike Team.
Today, Governor Ron DeSantis, Major General John D. Haas of the Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM), and Florida Department of Transportation Secretary Jared Purdue provided updates on preparedness efforts ahead of Hurricane Helene at the State Emergency Operations Center. As of 8:00 am ET, Hurricane Helene has intensified to a Category 2 hurricane with maximum sustained winds of 100 mph and higher gusts. The hurricane is expected to strengthen further and reach the Florida Big Bend coast tonight as a major hurricane.
At 9:30 AM today, Governor Ron DeSantis and Kevin Guthrie, Executive Director for the Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM), held a press conference at the State Emergency Operations Center to provide updates on Tropical Storm Helene. Governor DeSantis issued Executive Order 24-209 on September 24, updating EO 24-208 and declaring a state of emergency for 61 counties. This declaration allows state officials to make critical resources available to communities ahead of potential storm impacts.
ATLANTA – The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is urging businesses, private nonprofit organizations, homeowners, and renters in Florida affected by severe storms, straight-line winds, and tornadoes on May 10 to apply for physical damage disaster loans before the Oct. 7 deadline.
Today, Governor Ron DeSantis issued a proclamation declaring September as Florida Preparedness Month. The Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) highlights the importance of Florida residents and visitors preparing for natural and man-made hazards.
Today, the Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) commemorates the one-year anniversary since Hurricane Idalia made landfall in the Big Bend region of Florida as a strong Category 3 hurricane. Hurricane Idalia was the first major hurricane on record to hit this part of the Big Bend region. The storm brought a devastating storm surge of 7-12 feet above normally dry ground to the coastline in Levy, Dixie, and Taylor counties.
Today, the Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) encouraged residents to restock disaster preparedness items during the second of Florida’s two 14-day Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Holidays. The holiday will run from August 24 through September 6.
FEMA has established a Disaster Recovery Center in Manatee County to assist residents impacted by Hurricane Debby. The center is located at the Lakewood Ranch Library, 16410 Rangeland Parkway, Bradenton, FL 34211, and operates daily from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.