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Florida Division of Emergency Management Announces Final Shrimp Trawler Refloated After Hurricane Ian
Last week, the Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) highlighted the work of the Debris Task Force to remove and refloat 34 shrimp trawlers six months post-landfall of Hurricane Ian. The estimated cost for this project totals $9.6 million from the Emergency Trust Fund. "Hurricane Ian...
FEMA PUBLIC NOTICE OF AVAILABILITY DRAFT ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT FOR TRANSPORTABLE TEMPORARY HOUSING UNIT GROUP SITE KNOWN AS THE HERITAGE HEIGHTS GROUP HOUSING SITE FORT MYERS, FLORIDA
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) herby gives notice to the public of its intent to construct the Heritage Heights Group Housing Site. FEMA has prepared a draft Environmental Assessment (EA) for a proposed Manufactured Housing Unit (MHU) group site. The site may provide suitable...
AVISO PÚBLICO DE FEMA SOBRE DISPONIBILIDAD BORRADOR DE EVALUACIÓN AMBIENTAL PARA UNIDADES TRANSPORTABLE DE ALOJAMIENTO TEMPORAL GRUPALES CONOCIDO COMO HERITAGE HEIGHTS GROUP HOUSING SITE FORT MYERS, FLORIDA
Por la presente se notifica al público la intención de la Agencia Federal para el Manejo de Emergencias (FEMA, en inglés), de construir un área para viviendas colectivas conocida como Heritage Heights. FEMA ha redactado el borrador de Evaluación Ambiental (EA, en...
Notice of Public Meeting Request for Proposal RFP-DEM-22-23-026 Hurricane Loss Mitigation Program
The Division will hold a public opening of the Proposals at the date and time below to which all persons are invited. Anyone who wants to attend, may do so in person or via conference call. At the time of the meeting, the Division will open and read aloud the names of Respondents that came in...
Florida Division of Emergency Management Promotes 2023 Flood Safety Preparedness and Awareness Week
This week, the Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) is promoting the importance of flood safety and awareness. Flooding is one of Florida's most frequent hazards and is a coast-to-coast threat that occurs on a yearly basis. FDEM encourages all Floridians to make a plan for their...
Florida Division of Emergency Management Encourages Beach Safety During Gulf Coast Rip Current Awareness Week
Florida Division of Emergency Management Encourages Beach Safety During Gulf Coast Rip Current Awareness Week TALLAHASSEE, Fla - This week, the Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) is promoting rip current awareness and encouraging all Floridians to learn the importance of rip current...
Florida Division of Emergency Management Announces Partnership with Proof Brewing Company Ahead of 2023 Hurricane Season
Today, the Florida Division of Emergency Management announced a partnership with Proof Brewing company to promote the Division's 'Halfway Full is Halfway There' safety campaign. The announcement comes 100 days ahead of the 2023 Hurricane Season. "The Division recognizes that we have to continue to...
Florida Division of Emergency Management Announces “Hurricane Awareness Machine” to Participate in Daytona 500 Weekend
DAYTONA, Fla. - Today, the Florida Division of Emergency Management (Division) announced their participation in the 2023 Daytona 500. In partnership with Mike Boylan from Mike's Weather Page, the Hurricane Awareness Machine will make its racing debut during the Daytona 500 weekend events happening...
Florida Division of Emergency Management Celebrates 3rd Annual Emergency Management Day at the Florida Capitol, Highlights Commitment to Furthering Field of Emergency Management
Today, Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) Director Kevin Guthrie highlighted the momentous accomplishments of the Division and local emergency managers under Governor DeSantis' leadership, and shared priorities to further enhance Florida's preparedness, recovery and...
State of Florida Issues Updates on Increased Mass Migration Monitoring Along the Florida Coastline
Today, the Florida Division of Emergency Management announced that since August 21, 2022, nearly 6,000 migrants attempting to enter the state illegally have been apprehended and over 200 migrant vessels have been reported. Abandoned migrant vessels that land on private property are not the...
Governor Ron DeSantis Recognizes February 6 – 10, 2023 as Florida Severe Weather Awareness Week
Today, Governor Ron DeSantis issued a proclamation recognizing February 6 - 10, 2023 as Florida Severe Weather Awareness Week, which is observed each year by the National Weather Service and Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) to increase awareness of and preparedness for severe weather...
Governor Ron DeSantis Announces Framework for Freedom Budget Committing Historic Funding for Disaster Preparedness, Recovery and Resiliency
Yesterday, Governor Ron DeSantis announced historic funding for disaster preparedness and recovery to achieve a more resilient state and strengthen Florida's future disaster response capabilities. "Over the last few months, Governor Ron DeSantis has worked diligently to cut through bureaucratic red...
