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State of Florida Issues Updates on Hurricane Ian Recovery Efforts 11/02
Under Governor DeSantis' leadership, the Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) continues to support impacted Floridians on their road to recovery from Hurricane Ian. Under First Lady Casey DeSantis, the Florida Disaster Fund has raised more than $50 million since activation to provide...
Florida Division of Emergency Management Reminds Residents November 1 is Last Day to Apply for Operation Blue Roof
Today, the Florida Division of Emergency Management reminds residents impacted by Hurricane Ian that today, November 1, is the last day to apply for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Operation Blue Roof program. Operation Blue Roof is available to impacted residents in Charlotte, Collier,...
Governor Ron DeSantis Issues Updates on Hurricane Ian Recovery 10/31
More than a month has passed since Hurricane Ian made landfall as a category 4 hurricane in southwest Florida. Governor Ron DeSantis and First Lady Casey DeSantis are committed to helping impacted Floridians recover and rebuild. Floridians can visit FloridaStormRelief.com, a web page designed to...
Governor Ron DeSantis Issues Updates on Hurricane Ian Recovery 10/29
More than one month has passed since Hurricane Ian's devastating landfall, and the State of Florida began delivering support to Floridians, their families, and businesses. Governor Ron DeSantis and First Lady Casey DeSantis continue to travel the state to meet with impacted Floridians and call on...
Governor Ron DeSantis Issues Updates on Hurricane Ian Recovery 10/28
Today marks exactly one month since Hurricane Ian's devastating landfall. In just 30 days, the State of Florida has undertaken the largest recovery mission in recent history to respond to this Category 4 storm, aiding Floridians, their families, and businesses. This week, Governor Ron DeSantis...
Florida Division of Emergency Management Highlights Record-Breaking Recovery Efforts in the First Month Following Hurricane Ian’s Landfall
Today, exactly one month after Hurricane Ian's devastating Category 4 landfall, the Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) is highlighting a record-breaking recovery effort to support impacted families and businesses. "Under Governor DeSantis' leadership, the Division has been able to cut...
Governor Ron DeSantis Issues Updates on Hurricane Ian Recovery 10/27
This week, Governor Ron DeSantis has continued to travel to areas impacted by Hurricane Ian and make major announcements related to the recovery process following the storm. The Governor announced funding for workforce education programs for high-demand fields including emergency management,...
Governor Ron DeSantis Issues Updates on Hurricane Ian Recovery 10/26
Today, Governor Ron DeSantis was in Fort Myers Beach to announce efforts to identify and remove vessels and other debris from waterways and to expedite the removal of debris on private and commercial properties. Governor DeSantis also announced the approval of the FEMA Direct Temporary Housing...
Governor Ron DeSantis Announces Assistance for Debris Removal and Temporary Housing for Floridians Impacted by Hurricane Ian
Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced efforts to identify and remove vessels and other debris from waterways and to expedite the removal of debris on private and commercial properties, including the use of various technology platforms and satellite imagery to allow FEMA to more quickly determine...
Florida Division of Emergency Management Announces State-Led Housing Mission and FEMA Direct Temporary Housing Assistance to Support Hurricane Ian Survivors
~Survivors from Charlotte, Collier, DeSoto and Lee counties are now eligible~ Today, the Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) announced that FEMA Direct Temporary Housing Assistance has been approved for Hurricane Ian survivors in Charlotte, Collier, DeSoto and Lee counties. To...
Governor Ron DeSantis Issues Updates on Hurricane Ian Recovery 10/25
Today, Governor Ron awarded $9 million in funding for workforce education programs in high-demand fields across the state, with a focus on serving professions and Floridians impacted by Hurricane Ian. Funding was awarded to South Florida State College, Daytona State College and St. Petersburg...
Governor Ron DeSantis Issues Updates on Hurricane Ian Recovery 10/24
Today, Governor Ron DeSantis highlighted the achievements of Florida’s students thanks to Florida's efforts to keep kids in schools. At the peak of Hurricane Ian, 59 school districts were closed, and in less than three weeks, all districts opened to get kids back in the classroom. Following...
