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Gov. Scott & CFO Patronis: Consumers Must be Protected Following Hurricane Michael
Today, Governor Rick Scott directed Florida Insurance Commissioner David Altmaier to take every action authorized pursuant to Executive Order 18-276 to provide additional protections to support recovery efforts in the areas of the state impacted by Hurricane Michael. Governor Scott and...
Gov. Scott: Thousands Working to Restore Cellular Service
Today, Governor Rick Scott announced that more than 2,000 telecommunications professionals working in 200 Communication Technician Repair Crew Strike Teams are fully mobilized in impacted counties working to restore cellular service. AT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile have deployed mobile...
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 the state is prepared to respond to Hurricane Michael. Governor Scott has surveyed damage from Hurricane Michael and is providing updates on...
Gov. Scott Thanks Walt Disney Company for $1 Million Donation for Hurricane Relief
Governor Rick Scott and Volunteer Florida today thanked the Walt Disney Company for its support and generous donation of $1 million to the Florida Disaster Fund, which was activated by Governor Scott to aid those impacted by Hurricane Michael. The Florida Disaster Fund, administered by...
Florida SERT: Damage Assessment Teams to Deploy Immediately to Expedite Assistance
The Florida Division of Emergency Management (DEM) announced today that, in the interest of bringing assistance to families impacted by Hurricane Michael as quickly as possible, it is proceeding with Preliminary Damage Assessments (PDA) for FEMA Individual Assistance (IA) immediately. In disasters...
Gov. Scott Activates Emergency Bridge Loan Program for Small Businesses Damaged by Hurricane Michael
Today, Governor Rick Scott activated the Florida Small Business Emergency Bridge Loan Program to support small businesses impacted by Hurricane Michael. The bridge loan program, managed by the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO), will provide short-term, interest-free loans...
Gov. Scott Offers Utility Companies Additional Push Crews to Aid in Power Restoration
Additional Large-Scale Power Restoration Expert Deployed to State EOC Governor Rick Scott today offered each utility in Florida the additional federal push crews to augment the ability of power restoration workers to reach communities allowing them to restore...
Gov. Scott: President Trump Declares Major Disaster in Florida as State Responds to Hurricane Michael
Today, following Governor Rick Scott’s request, President Donald Trump issued a Major Disaster Declaration for Hurricane Michael. See the declaration HERE. Governor Scott is in constant communication with federal, state and local emergency management officials and state agency...
Gov. Scott Issues Updates on Hurricane Michael as Storm Continues to Impact Florida
Governor Scott will continue to be in constant communication with state and local emergency management officials and state agency leaders to ensure the state is prepared to respond to Hurricane Michael. On October 7th, Governor Scott declared a state of emergency in 26 Florida counties,...
Gov. Scott Activates Florida Disaster Fund for Hurricane Michael
Today, Governor Rick Scott activated the Florida Disaster Fund to support individuals who are impacted by Hurricane Michael. The Florida Disaster Fund helps provide financial support to Florida’s communities in times of disaster. To make a contribution, please visit...
Gov. Scott: Federal Pre-Landfall Emergency Declaration Signed by the President
Today, following Governor Rick Scott’s request, President Donald Trump approved a pre-landfall emergency declaration. This declaration will provide important resources and assistance from the federal government, including personnel, equipment and supplies, as well as making...
Gov. Scott Issues Updates on Hurricane Michael
Governor Scott will continue to be in constant communication with state and local emergency management officials and state agency leaders to ensure the state is prepared to respond to the potential devastating impacts from Hurricane Michael. This afternoon, Governor Scott also requested...
