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OKEECHOBEE -- The Okeechobee County Commission meeting originally planned for Oct. 9 has been rescheduled to Oct. 17.
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10/7/24
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Prepare now as Hurricane Milton approaches. Take the forecast seriously and do not wait to prepare.
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10/7/24
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Notice is given that safe harbor lockages will begin on Monday, October 7, 2024 to allow safe passage...
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10/7/24
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AAA is providing insurance advice for Florida residents who are preparing for Hurricane Milton
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News from AAA
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10/7/24
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Indian River State College will close all campuses at 5 p.m., today, October 7, 2024, in preparation for Hurricane Milton.
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10/7/24
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Due to the forecast of extremely dangerous conditions, the Glades County School District will not have school on Tuesday and Wednesday. However, we will proceed with school as scheduled tomorrow …
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10/6/24
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As of Sunday, October 6, at 1 p.m. Okeechobee County has these important updates: Okeechobee County is currently under a FLOOD WATCH and continues to monitor Tropical Storm Milton. The County can …
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10/6/24
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WASHINGTON -- FEMA continues its robust response and recovery efforts in the Southeast following the devastation caused by Helene. Federal assistance for survivors has now surpassed $137 …
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10/6/24
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Governor Ron DeSantis issued Executive Order (EO) 24-214, Emergency Management – Tropical Storm Milton on Oct. 5, declaring a state of emergency in 35 Florida counties ahead of the storm, …
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10/6/24
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FEMA is monitoring the potential for tropical storm conditions which may affect areas in Florida late this weekend into the middle of next week.
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10/6/24
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If you live in Florida , Georgia , North Carolina , South Carolina , or Tennessee and have damage to your home or personal property related to Hurricane Helene, …
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10/5/24
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FEMA has created a Rumor Control page specific to Hurricane Helene to help keep survivors safe and aware of rumors and scams.
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10/5/24
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The response across southeastern states affected by Hurricane and Tropical Storm Helene continues to address critical needs of survivors.
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News from FEMA
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10/4/24
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The President authorized that federal funds for debris removal and emergency protective measures...
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News from FEMA
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10/4/24
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AccuWeather expert meteorologists are warning families, businesses, emergency officials...
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News from AccuWeather
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10/4/24
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The President authorized the federal cost-share to be increased from 75% to 100% for the first 90 days of the incident period.
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News from FEMA
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10/4/24
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The Humane Society of the United States is on the ground in Florida and Tennessee assisting multiple communities
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9/30/24
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On Sept. 29, Governor Ron DeSantis announced that Florida is rapidly deploying recovery assistance...
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News from FWC
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9/30/24
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Here are some of the organizations providing support to people who experienced loss from the storm:
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News from FEMA
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9/30/24
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The Auto Club Group is providing advice to help residents who may have suffered either wind or flood damage....
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News from AAA
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9/29/24
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