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FloridaCommerce has announced the availability of Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA) for individuals and businesses affected by Hurricane Helene. This assistance is aimed at those whose employment or self-employment was lost or interrupted due to the hurricane and who do not qualify for regular state or federal Reemployment Assistance benefits. Affected Floridians are encouraged to file claims at FloridaJobs.org.
Today, the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and FloridaCommerce have collaborated with the Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (FRLA) to waive no-pet policies at lodging establishments in anticipation of Hurricane Milton. This initiative is directed by Governor DeSantis to ensure that Floridians in evacuation zones can bring their pets along as they seek shelter.
Governor Ron DeSantis has issued an executive order to expand the state of emergency in Florida, as Tropical Storm Milton approaches. The decision, outlined in Executive Order 24-215, increases the number of counties under a state of emergency from 35 to 51.
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, alongside Major General John D. Haas, Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) Executive Director Kevin Guthrie, and Florida Department of Transportation Secretary Jared Perdue, addressed the state's preparedness for Hurricane Milton at the State Emergency Operations Center in Tallahassee.
On October 6, 2024, Governor Ron DeSantis issued Executive Order 24-215, amending a previous order and declaring a state of emergency across multiple counties in Florida. This action was taken in preparation for Hurricane Milton's expected landfall.
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 announced the suspension of tolls across Central and West Florida, including Alligator Alley, in anticipation of Hurricane Milton.
Governor Ron DeSantis has announced the suspension of tolls in Central and West Florida, including Alligator Alley, to aid evacuations ahead of Hurricane Milton. The suspension began at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, October 7, 2024, and will last for seven days.
As Hurricane Milton approaches, the Florida Health Care Association (FHCA) is prioritizing the safety and well-being of residents and staff at its member nursing centers and assisted living facilities. Emmett Reed, CEO of FHCA, stated that these facilities are coordinating with local authorities to prepare for the storm. They are ready to either evacuate or shelter in place as necessary.
TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Governor Ron DeSantis has announced the suspension of tolls across Central Florida, West Florida, and Alligator Alley to aid evacuations ahead of Hurricane Milton. The suspension is set for seven days starting at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, October 7, 2024.
The National Hurricane Center has issued a prediction that Hurricane Milton will escalate to a Category 5 storm before reaching the Gulf Coast near Tampa. This development marks the second significant hurricane event in Florida within two weeks.
The state of Florida has collaborated with the Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association to waive pet policies at lodging establishments as Hurricane Milton approaches.
The Department of Veterans Affairs has announced operational updates for facilities in VISN 8 due to Hurricane Milton. As of Monday, October 7, 2024, several facilities will experience closures and service modifications.
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.
The VISN 8 healthcare facilities have announced operational status updates due to Tropical Storm Milton as of Sunday, October 6, 2024. Appointments that are not switched to virtual will be rescheduled.
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.
The Office of Financial Regulation (OFR) has issued a proclamation directed at Florida state-chartered financial institutions and securities professionals concerning Tropical Storm Milton.
Governor Ron DeSantis has issued Executive Order 24-215, amending a previous order related to Tropical Storm Milton. This new directive expands the state of emergency to include 51 counties in Florida as the storm approaches.
The Office of Financial Regulation (OFR) has released a proclamation addressing Florida state-chartered financial institutions and securities professionals in light of Tropical Storm Milton.