TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis activated the Florida Small Business Emergency Bridge Loan Program, making $20 million available for businesses impacted by Hurricane Idalia. Florida small business owners in need of assistance are encouraged to visit www.FloridaJobs.org/EBL to apply for the Florida Small Business Emergency Bridge Loan Program. Businesses in the following counties, including sole […]

~ FEMA approves request for Hurricane Idalia major disaster declaration ~   TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor DeSantis traveled to areas that were affected by Hurricane Idalia along with First Lady Casey DeSantis and Florida Division of Emergency Management Executive Director Kevin Guthrie. Governor DeSantis’ Emergency Order can be found here. Today, Governor DeSantis announced that […]

In Case You Missed It: Governor Ron DeSantis Travels to Communities Hardest Hit by Hurricane Idalia   TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Governor Ron DeSantis today traveled to Cedar Key, Horseshoe Beach, and Steinhatchee as Florida continues its Hurricane Idalia response. In Cedar Key, Governor DeSantis met with local officials, including the Levy County Sheriff, to receive […]

~ A major disaster declaration has been approved ~   TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — This morning, Governor DeSantis provided updates on the ongoing response to Hurricane Idalia at the State Emergency Operations Center. He was joined by Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) Executive Director Kevin Guthrie, FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell and Major General John D. […]

~ Declaration includes 100% cost-reimbursement for debris removal and emergency protective measures for 30 days ~   TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor DeSantis announced that President Biden has approved Florida’s request for a Major Disaster Declaration for Hurricane Idalia, allowing for the reimbursement of debris removal and authorizing individual assistance for those impacted by the storm in […]

~ Declaration includes 100% cost-reimbursement for debris removal and emergency protective measures for 30 days ~   TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor DeSantis announced that President Biden has approved Florida’s request for a Major Disaster Declaration for Hurricane Idalia, allowing for the reimbursement of debris removal and authorizing individual assistance for those impacted by the storm in […]

~ All state bridges have been inspected and cleared by FDOT, including Cedar Key Bridge ~ TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — This afternoon, Governor DeSantis provided updates on the ongoing response to Hurricane Idalia in Perry, Florida. He was joined by Florida Department of Transportation Secretary Jared Perdue, Major General John D. Haas and members of the Florida State […]

~ Hurricane Idalia makes landfall in the Big Bend as a strong Category 3 storm~   TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — This morning, Governor DeSantis provided updates on Hurricane Idalia at the State Emergency Operations Center as the storm made landfall as a Category 3 strom. He was joined by the Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) Executive Director […]

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — This afternoon, Governor DeSantis provided updates on Hurricane Idalia in Wildwood, Florida with Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) Executive Director Kevin Guthrie and Chief Financial Officer Jimmy Patronis. Evacuation orders are being called across more than 30 counties, with shelters opening throughout the day in necessary counties. Full remarks can be found here. […]

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis worked with the Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association to waive their no-pet policies in preparation for Hurricane Idalia. Floridians in evacuation zones will need a safe place for themselves and their families, which include their pets. VISIT FLORIDA has activated the Emergency Accommodations Module with Expedia to provide real-time availability […]