Daily News Roundup: October 13, 2024
Manatee County Residents’ Resources for Milton Recovery
MANATEE COUNTY, FL (Oct. 12, 2024) – Help is on the way for Manatee County residents seeking assistance in the wake of Hurricane Milton.
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Risk from Improper Generator Use in Wake of Hurricane Milton
MANATEE COUNTY, FL (Oct. 13, 2024) – In the aftermath of Hurricane Milton, thousands of residents across our region are relying on portable generators due to widespread power outages. Manatee County is issuing a critical safety warning to prevent carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning, as several cases have already been reported from improper generator use in g…
Milton Recovery – Sunday 10/13/2024
MANATEE COUNTY, FL (Oct. 13, 2024) – Manatee County continues to recover from Hurricane Milton on a Sunday with much needed assistance.
Governor DeSantis Announces New Fuel Depots and Debris Cleanup Incentives Amid Post-Storm Recovery
At a press conference held at a temporary fuel site in Bradenton on Saturday, Governor Ron DeSantis outlined measures aimed at easing fuel shortages and speeding up debris cleanup across Southwest Florida in the aftermath of Hurricane Milton. The governor announced that additional full-service temporary fuel depots would begin operation as early as 7 a.…
Senator Jim Boyd Visits Public Safety Operations Center to Assess Post-Hurricane Milton Needs
Sunday morning, Senator Jim Boyd visited the Public Safety Operations Center to assess the city’s needs in the wake of Hurricane Milton. During his visit, Senator Boyd met with emergency management officials and staff members who have been on duty since the storm began, offering his support as they continue to coordinate recovery efforts.
Fuel Supply Resumes from SeaPort Manatee, Serving Hurricane Milton-Stricken Region
PALMETTO, Florida – Fuel distribution has resumed from SeaPort Manatee, bringing relief to Southwest and Central Florida after Hurricane Milton’s Oct. 9 landfall. With cooperative efforts from local, state, and federal authorities, as well as industry partners, fuel has begun flowing from the seaport to the region, restoring a crucial supply line amid o…