As Florida residents impacted by Hurricane Ian begin to assess damage, the American Property Casualty Insurance Association (APCIA) urges homeowners to contact their home, auto, and/or flood insurer as soon as possible to file their claim. [Read more…] about As Recovery Begins from Hurricane Ian, Contact Your Insurer to Get the Claims Process Started
Search and Rescue Efforts Underway Following Hurricane Ian
Governor Ron DeSantis this morning issued updates on Hurricane Ian at the State Emergency Operations Center with Division of Emergency Management Director Kevin Guthrie. [Read more…] about Search and Rescue Efforts Underway Following Hurricane Ian
Florida National Guard and NORTHCOM announce Dual Status Commander
The Florida National Guard and U. S. Northern Command announced the appointment of Army Brig. Gen. Sean Boyette, Florida National Guard, as the Dual Status Commander (DSC) leading state and federal troops supporting the Hurricane Ian response efforts in Florida. [Read more…] about Florida National Guard and NORTHCOM announce Dual Status Commander
The Florida Department of Economic Opportunity Activates Business Damage Assessment Survey to Evaluate Impact of Hurricane Ian on the State’s Businesses
The Florida Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) and the State Emergency Response Team (SERT) today activated the Business Damage Assessment Survey in response to Hurricane Ian. [Read more…] about The Florida Department of Economic Opportunity Activates Business Damage Assessment Survey to Evaluate Impact of Hurricane Ian on the State’s Businesses
Florida National Guard Response to Hurricane Ian
Following Governor DeSantis’ authorization, a total of 5,000 Florida Guardsmen are being activated to State Active Duty and pre-positioned at armories across the state for Tropical Storm Ian response operations. [Read more…] about Florida National Guard Response to Hurricane Ian
SunRail Customer Advisory Committee Meeting Rescheduled
The Central Florida Commuter Rail Commission’s Customer Advisory Committee (CAC) meeting originally scheduled for September 29, 2022, has been rescheduled to Wednesday, October 5, 2022. [Read more…] about SunRail Customer Advisory Committee Meeting Rescheduled
FDOT Begins Locking Down State Drawbridges for Hurricane Ian
In Martin, St. Lucie and Palm Beach Counties
In preparation for Hurricane Ian, the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), in coordination with the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG), will begin locking down state drawbridges beginning today, Sept. 27 at 12 p.m. in Martin, St. Lucie and Palm Beach Counties. [Read more…] about FDOT Begins Locking Down State Drawbridges for Hurricane Ian
Florida Health Care Association Supports Florida’s Long Term Care Centers As They Prepare for Hurricane Ian
With Hurricane Ian targeting Florida’s Gulf Coast, the Florida Health Care Association (FHCA) today reassured Floridians that its members are actively implementing their emergency response plans to protect their vulnerable residents. [Read more…] about Florida Health Care Association Supports Florida’s Long Term Care Centers As They Prepare for Hurricane Ian
STATEMENT: FMEA Regarding Preparations for Hurricane Ian
STATEMENT BY:
Amy Zubaly, Executive Director, Florida Municipal Electric Association
Regarding Preparations for Hurricane Ian
“Since this past weekend, the Florida Municipal Electric Association has been in contact with public power communities across Florida and the country lining up mutual aid crews prepared to assist areas throughout the state affected by Hurricane Ian. [Read more…] about STATEMENT: FMEA Regarding Preparations for Hurricane Ian
Conservatives for Clean Energy Florida Praises Governor DeSantis During National Clean Energy Week
I am writing to thank Governor DeSantis for his proclamation recognizing September 26-30 as National Clean Energy Week 2022 in Florida. [Read more…] about Conservatives for Clean Energy Florida Praises Governor DeSantis During National Clean Energy Week