Gov. Scott Issues Updates on Subtropical Storm Alberto Preparedness Efforts
Today, Governor
See below for more information on what the
STATE PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS
WATCHES AND WARNINGS
* Tropical Storm Warnings, flood warnings and rip current advisories are in effect across the state. To see the most current advisories in your county, click HERE.
EVACUATIONS
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MILITARY SUPPORT
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LAW ENFORCEMENT
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* Approximately 165 FHP troopers were activated to 12-hour shifts beginning
* The FHP has prepared two Quick Response Force teams comprised of 66 State Troopers to deploy with minimal notice to any area of the
* FHP is monitoring multiple bridges in
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* FDLE is monitoring and coordinating response as the storm approaches landfall.
* FDLE is staging resources ahead of the storm and making preparations for possible deployments to impacted areas.
TRANSPORTATION & PUBLIC WORKS
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* FDOT crews are standing by to support post-storm bridge inspections and roadway erosion assessments.
POWER AND UTILITIES
* The current power outage as of
* The state is monitoring the power grid for sufficient power in the state.
* The state is monitoring the natural gas infrastructure for any damages that can cause a loss of service to power plants.
SHELTERS
* Three shelters are currently open. To find information about shelters in your area, visit https://www.floridadisaster.org/shelter-status/.
* The state will continue to support local sheltering operations as needed
PUBLIC HEALTH AND MEDICAL
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* DOH has been actively reaching out to
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NVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
* Twenty-eight state parks have been closed to ensure visitor safety. An additional 17 state-park campgrounds are closed. Visitors can visit https://www.floridastateparks.org/content/storm-update for updates.
* The current condition of the state's beaches has been assessed, which will expedite post-storm assessments.
* An online tool for the public to report the location of storm debris in waterways has been deployed.
* DEP has activated and is closely monitoring water and waste water facilities to provide updates on their operational status.
WATER MANAGEMENT DISTRICTS
* Water Management Districts are monitoring waterways and water levels, preparing staff and vehicles, and are prepared to adjust flows as necessary.
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BUSINESS AND INDUSTRY
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INSURANCE
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* In accordance with the Governor's Executive Order, OIR has notified all health insurers, managed care organizations and other health entities of their statutory obligation to allow for early prescription refills during a state of emergency.
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VOLUNTEER EFFORTS
* The Florida Voluntary Organizations Active in Disasters (VOAD) partner agencies are monitoring and are on stand by.
* Florida VOAD partner agencies are assessing any issues that might arise due to Subtropical Storm Alberto with the vulnerable populations they serve in their respective areas in
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