Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Adam H. Putnam and the Florida Forest Service, a division of the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, today announced the estimated value of timber damage in Florida due to Hurricane Michael is $1.3 billion, impacting nearly three million acres of forestland. [Read more…] about Timber Damage from Hurricane Michael Estimated at $1.3 Billion
Government
Gov. Scott Releases Updates on Hurricane Michael Response in Franklin County
Governor Rick Scott has been in constant communication with local officials and emergency management in Franklin County. The following information has been reported to the State Emergency Response Team and includes specific actions the state has taken to aid the residents of Franklin County impacted by Hurricane Michael. [Read more…] about Gov. Scott Releases Updates on Hurricane Michael Response in Franklin County
Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services’ Update on Hurricane Recovery Efforts
The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services continues to provide response and recovery efforts in the wake of Hurricane Michael. [Read more…] about Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services’ Update on Hurricane Recovery Efforts
Gov. Scott Releases Updates on Hurricane Michael Response in Washington County
Governor Rick Scott has been in constant communication with local officials and emergency management in Washington County. The following information has been reported to the State Emergency Response Team and includes specific actions the state has taken to aid the residents of Washington County impacted by Hurricane Michael. [Read more…] about Gov. Scott Releases Updates on Hurricane Michael Response in Washington County
Commissioner Adam H. Putnam Continues to Meet with Agricultural Leaders to Assess Damage
Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Adam H. Putnam has been in regular communication with federal partners, including Vice President Mike Pence and Secretary Sonny Perdue, as well as the agriculture industry to assess agricultural damage caused by Hurricane Michael. [Read more…] about Commissioner Adam H. Putnam Continues to Meet with Agricultural Leaders to Assess Damage
Inspectors Check Fuel Quality, Check for Skimmers in Hurricane-Ravaged Areas of State
The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services plays a key role in ensuring the quality of Floridians’ fuel supply and protecting consumers from credit card skimmers at gas pumps. [Read more…] about Inspectors Check Fuel Quality, Check for Skimmers in Hurricane-Ravaged Areas of State
Pro-Golfer Jerry Pate and Mark DeShetler Donate 64 Chainsaws to Florida Forest Service for Hurricane Relief Efforts
Hurricane recovery would not be possible without chainsaws, and thanks to Jerry Pate Company, Jerry Pate Design and Mark DeShetler with Florida Outdoor Equipment, Florida Forest Service teams now have 64 additional chainsaws and power fuel – at no cost – to help them assist Floridians by clearing debris. [Read more…] about Pro-Golfer Jerry Pate and Mark DeShetler Donate 64 Chainsaws to Florida Forest Service for Hurricane Relief Efforts
Gov. Scott Issues Updates on Hurricane Michael Response
Governor Rick Scott is in constant communication with federal, state and local emergency management officials and state agency leaders to ensure that communities impacted by Hurricane Michael are receiving the resources they need. [Read more…] about Gov. Scott Issues Updates on Hurricane Michael Response
Following Hurricane Michael, the Florida Healthy Kids Corporation Covers Florida KidCare Premiums in Hardest Hit Areas
Monthly premium relief provided in 12 counties
Following the devastating impact of Hurricane Michael, the Florida Healthy Kids Corporation (Corporation) Board of Directors has taken action to ensure kids living in the hardest hit areas do not lose their health insurance coverage. [Read more…] about Following Hurricane Michael, the Florida Healthy Kids Corporation Covers Florida KidCare Premiums in Hardest Hit Areas
CFO Jimmy Patronis Applauds Florida Healthy Kids for Removing Added Burdens on Florida Families
Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Jimmy Patronis released the following statement on health care assistance from the Florida Healthy Kids Corporation for Hurricane Michael victims. [Read more…] about CFO Jimmy Patronis Applauds Florida Healthy Kids for Removing Added Burdens on Florida Families
