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⭐ Florida Braces for Hurricane Milton as DeSantis Declares State of Emergency
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06 Oct
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Florida Braces for Hurricane Milton as DeSantis Declares State of Emergency
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Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has issued a state of emergency as Hurricane Milton is forecasted to intensify into a Category 3 storm, potentially unleashing damaging winds, heavy rainfall, and life-threatening storm surges across the state. The storm's approach has heightened concerns, particularly in regions still recovering from the aftermath of Hurricane Helene last month and the catastrophic Hurricane Ian in 2022.
The emergency declaration covers 40 counties, including densely populated areas such as Miami-Dade, Broward, and Hillsborough. The National Hurricane Center warns that Milton could rapidly strengthen in the next 36 hours, hitting Florida's west coast by mid-week. Coastal and low-lying areas face the highest risk, with Central and Southern Florida also bracing for widespread impacts.
Local governments are ramping up preparations, with many counties setting up sandbag stations to help residents mitigate the expected flooding and wind damage. Authorities are urging Floridians to secure their properties and finalize emergency plans as the storm nears.
Volusia County Prepares for Potential Flooding with Sandbag Distribution
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Volusia County is taking precautionary measures as a tropical disturbance in the Gulf of Mexico is predicted to bring significant rainfall to Central Florida. The county will open sandbag distribution sites to help residents prepare for potential flooding. The weather system is expected to impact the region from late this weekend through the middle of next week.
On Saturday, Oct. 5, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., residents can collect sand and fill sandbags at Volusia County Fire Rescue Stations 23 and 34, located in New Smyrna Beach and Osteen, respectively. Residents should bring their own shovels, and there is a limit of 10 sandbags per household.
Additionally, the Volusia County Corrections Division will offer pre-filled sandbags at the Volusia County Branch Jail in Daytona Beach from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the same day. The drive-thru service allows each vehicle to receive up to 10 sandbags.
Proof of residency is required at all locations. Volusia County officials will remain in contact with state authorities and the National Weather Service to monitor the disturbance's impact. Updates are available through the Volusia Emergency Management app and the county's official website.
Source: Volusia County
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Sun Oct 6
Event: oHHo Ormond Beach Grand Opening Event, 10 AM – 6 PM
Fountain Square Shopping Village, 142 E Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach, FLEvent: Cherished Moments Photography, 10 AM – 4 PM
Ormond Memorial Art Museum & Gardens, 78 E Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach, FLEvent: Sea Glass Tree Class, 12 – 3 PM
The Salty Mermaid, 1546 - 1548 Ocean Shore Blvd, Ormond Beach, FLEvent: Neighbor To Family Annual Wine Tasting & Silent Auction, 4 – 7 PM
31 Supper Club, 31 W Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach, FLEvent: Fall Healing Arts Festival with Psychic Experiences, 4 – 9 PM
755 Parque Dr, Ormond Beach, FLEvent: Big Engine, 1 – 5 PM
Saints & Sinners Pub, 1635 US-1, Ormond Beach, FLEvent: Sunday Semi-Private: FG/KO, 10 AM – 12 PM
Ormond Beach Sports Complex, 700 Hull Rd, Ormond Beach, FLEvent: Pet Pull Up, All day
1464 W Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach, FLMon Oct 7
Event: “Ghosts” of Daytona Beach, 2 – 3 PM
Ormond Beach Regional Library, 30 S Beach St, Ormond Beach, FLEvent: Monday Karaoke at Grind Gastropub, 6 – 10 PM
Grind Gastropub & Kona Tiki Bar, 49 W Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach, FLEvent: Private Training: 1 Day, 10 AM – 12 PM
Ormond Beach Sports Complex, 700 Hull Rd, Ormond Beach, FLEvent: Legacy Charter Girls Varsity Volleyball @ CCA, 3 – 4 AM
Calvary Christian Academy Athletic Department, 1681 W Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach, FLTue Oct 8
Event: Networking Group 1, 7:30 – 8:30 AM
Ormond Beach Chamber of Commerce, 165 W Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach, FLEvent: Special Magistrate Meeting, 1 PM
301 S Ridgewood Ave, Ormond Beach, FLEvent: LIVE MUSIC @ Grind Gastropub (Ormond Beach), 6 – 10 PM
Grind Gastropub & Kona Tiki Bar, 49 W Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach, FLEvent: Funk N'Country at Ormond Beach Sports Corner Bar, 6:30 PM
Ormond Beach Sports Corner Bar and Grill, 709 S Nova Rd, Ormond Beach, FLEvent: Private Training: 1 Day, 10 AM – 12 PM
Ormond Beach Sports Complex, 700 Hull Rd, Ormond Beach, FLEvent: Lake Mary Prep Girls Varsity Volleyball @ CCA, 6:30 – 7:30 PM
Calvary Christian Academy Athletic Department, 1681 W Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach, FLEvent: Watercolor Workshop-Stewart Jones, Time not provided
Ocean Art Gallery, 197 E Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach, FL
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