September 30, 2022
Press Release #11 Evacuation Order Lifted As of 8:30 a.m., the evacuation order for Nassau County has been lifted. While the order has been lifted, there may be conditions specific to your area that may prevent you from going home. Officials are in the community conducting damage and safety assessments. The majority of deaths and injuries take place after the storm has passed. Protect yourself by following the below tips:
If you have any questions, please contact Nassau County Emergency Management at (904) 548-0900.
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September 29, 2022
Press Release #9 Update on Tropical Storm Ian STORM DOWNGRADED BUT THREATS STILL EXIST Hurricane Ian was downgraded overnight to a Tropical Storm. However, the storm’s current track does not exclude Nassau County from the projected storm surge. Yesterday, sea levels in Nassau County were already a foot higher than normal due to the Nor’easter we’ve been experiencing. The first bands of the storm have not reached Nassau County yet. The storm is still projected to bring another 3-6 feet of storm surge along the coast over the next 48 hours. At this time, we would like to urge all residents to remain in place. Even if the skies clear temporarily, trailing winds are still a threat as it is projected that Nassau County will experience tropical storm force winds speeds. Please resist the temptation to drive around the county or to begin working in your yards. Based on statistics, most injuries and deaths occur post storm. Please stay safe! SHAVE BRIDGE There are no plans to close the Shave Bridge. However, if winds reach 39 mph sustained (continuous for 1 minute), traffic will temporarily be stopped until the wind drops below 39 mph. We have officers monitoring wind speeds continuously. As of approximately 11:30 a.m., winds were at 30 mph. We will do our best to notify the public if we anticipate a temporary closure. TURN AROUND, DON’T DROWN If you do need to leave your home and you see standing water on the roads, please do not attempt to drive through it. Even if you are familiar with the road, there’s always the possibility of the road being damaged underneath. Further, there’s no way to know the depth of the water. Remember that it only takes a few feet of water to carry a vehicle away. This includes trucks and SUVs. SELF-REPORT DAMAGES To report damages to property resulting from the storm, please be sure to self-report. This includes anything life threatening or dangerous to public safety including flooding, live downed power lines, large branches and other debris in the road. Self-report by visiting: https://bit.ly/NassauSelfReport. STAY UDPATED Please continue to remain vigilant and follow public safety announcements. They can be heard on NOAA Weather Radio; Local radio stations 89.9 FM, 104.5 FM and 690 AM; and local news stations Channels 4, 12, 30 and 47. Information related to the storm can also be found at www.OneNassau.com. Follow Emergency Management on social media at www.facebook.com/NassauEM or at www.twitter.com/NassauEM. If you have any questions, please contact Nassau County Emergency Management at (904) 548-0900. We have staff and volunteers working in the call center 24/7 until further notice. Post-Storm Tree Removal: What should you do?
A property owner has the right to immediately remove any tree damaged by disease, fire, windstorm, lightning, or other acts of nature, which pose an imminent danger to life or property. There is no fee for emergency tree removals. We strongly encourage property owners to take pictures of any trees requiring emergency removal prior to its removal to keep for your records. If you have any questions, please call the City’s Planning and Conservation Department at (904) 310-3480. Important Facts:
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DAMAGE REPORTING To report damage to property as a result of the storm please use this request form. This includes anything life-threatening or dangerous to public safety, such as flooding, live power lines down, large branches or other debris in the road. Click here to access the reporting system. If you have any questions, please contact Nassau County Emergency Management at (904) 548-0900. Tallahassee, FL – Today, the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) and the State Emergency Response Team (SERT) activated the Business Damage Assessment Survey in response to Hurricane Ian. Survey responses will allow the state to expedite Hurricane Ian recovery efforts by gathering data and assessing the needs of affected businesses.
“Under Governor DeSantis’ leadership, DEO is committed to supporting preparation, response, and recovery efforts of Florida businesses, communities, and citizens impacted by Hurricane Ian. The business damage assessment survey assists DEO and its federal, state, and local partners in those efforts,” said DEO Secretary Dane Eagle. “I encourage businesses impacted by Hurricane Ian to complete the Business Damage Assessment Survey at FloridaDisaster.biz.” On September 24, 2022, Governor Ron DeSantis issued Executive Order 22-219 declaring a state of emergency in all 67 counties in the State of Florida. All affected businesses should complete the survey. Results from the Business Damage Assessment Survey will be shared with various federal, state, and local agencies to implement appropriate relief. Businesses can complete the survey online or visit FloridaDisaster.biz and select “Hurricane Ian” from the dropdown menu. If you need additional assistance with your business, please call 850-815-4925 between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. or email ESF-18@em.myflorida.com. About DEO The Florida Department of Economic Opportunity combines the state’s economic, workforce, and community development efforts, expediting economic development projects to fuel job creation in competitive communities and promote economic resiliency. For more information, including valuable resources for employers and job seekers, please visit www.FloridaJobs.org. Nassau County has two shelters opening at 12:00 p.m. today. They are as follows:
Special Needs Shelter: Hilliard Middle Senior High 1 Flashes Drive Hilliard, FL 32046 General Population and Pet Friendly: Callahan Middle School 450121 Old Dixie Highway Callahan, FL 32033 If you are planning to go to the Special Needs Shelter, please ensure that you have completed the special needs registration through the Department of Health. They can be reached at 888-353-8387. You can also register online at https://snr.flhealthresponse.com/. If you have already registered, you will be contacted by the Department of Health. Everyone visiting a shelter should be prepared to bring:
Bus routes/transportation has been established. Please see graphic below for details. If you need special accommodates to ride a bus, please call Emergency Management at (904) 548-0910. Please continue to remain vigilant and follow public safety announcements. They can be heard on NOAA Weather Radio; Local radio stations 89.9 FM, 104.5 FM and 690 AM; and local news stations Channels 4, 12, 30 and 47. Information related to the storm can also be found at www.OneNassau.com. Follow Emergency Management on social media at Nassau EM or at www.twitter.com/NassauEM. *********************************************************************** If you have any questions, please contact Nassau County Emergency Management at (904) 548-0900. Release Date
Tue, 09/27/2022 - 20:44 Hurricane Ian is bearing down on Florida, bringing life-threating storm surge, powerful winds and the possibility of flash floods. Most of Florida, as well as southern states, will be affected by the hurricane. It is important to listen to local officials if they recommend that you evacuate. If you are unable to evacuate or if you are told to shelter-in-place, here are some last-minute ways you can prepare. Stay informed Information changes. It’s important to stay updated, so you know what to expect and when to expect it. One way to do this is to have several ways to receive alerts.
Gather Supplies Utilities, roads and stores may be damaged after a storm hits, making it difficult to find food and water. While FEMA and our partners have prepositioned food and water supplies to help assist those after the hurricane, it’s important to have supplies ready in case you can’t leave your home. Some basic supplies include:
Know the risks you face – and how to stay safe Hurricanes can cause major damage and present many different risks. Here are some risks you should understand to help prepare you and your family for Hurricane Ian.
Look out for others Remember that not everyone is able to make these preparations. Check on your neighbors to see if they need help. Be sure to consider the needs of everyone in your household, such as those who may require medication or communication assistance. Another member of your household that may need your help is your pet. Be sure to have a plan for your pet. If you are evacuating, be sure to know which shelters take in pets. For more ways you can prepare now for a hurricane, visit ready.gov/hurricanes. Nassau County Administrative Offices will be closed from Wednesday, September 28 - Friday, September 30th as we prepare for Hurricane Ian.
County staff and volunteers will be working around the clock in the field and/or at the Emergency Operations Center. The Emergency Operations Center will be your primary point of contact effective immediately today. They can be reached at (904) 548-0900. Please continue to follow updates at our Joint Information Website at www.OneNassau.com. Updates will also be made on NOAA Weather Radio; Local radio stations 89.9 FM, 145.5 FM and 690 AM; and local news stations Channels 4, 12, 30 and 47. Due to the approach of Hurricane Ian, Waste Management will suspend all services on Thursday, September 29, and Friday, September 30. This impacts both residential and commercial garbage. Updates are available at wmfloridastorm.com. Please secure all containers prior to the expected heavy winds.
Non-essential City operations will be suspended, effective 6:00pm, today, September 28, 2022. City pools are closed currently and will remain closed until further notice. All golfers need to be off the Fernandina Beach Municipal Golf Course by 2:00pm today. The kitchen and Course will be closed all day tomorrow, Thursday, September 29. Community updates are periodically posted on the City of Fernandina Beach Facebook page. As of 8:00 a.m. this morning, Nassau County has issued an Evacuation Order for Evacuation Zones A and D. An Evacuation Zone Map can be located at www.onenassau.com/evacuations. There is also an interactive version at www.nassauflpa.com, under the GIS Mapping feature.
Nassau County is unable to tell residents when they will be able to return as that will depend on damages from the storm and associated assessments deeming it’s safe to return. Upon returning to Nassau County, please have identification available. This will ensure that you don’t have any issues returning to your home. If your identification card does not include your home address, please ensure you have some sort of documentation so they can confirm your address (deed, utility bill, property tax bill, etc.). Sheltering information will be released within the next few hours. Nassau County is working closely with the School Board to get the sites ready for resident’s arrival. Please continue to remain vigilant and follow public safety announcements. They can be heard on NOAA Weather Radio; Local radio stations 89.9 FM, 145.5 FM and 690 AM; and local news stations Channels 4, 12, 30 and 47. Information related to the storm can also be found at www.OneNassau.com. Follow Emergency Management on social media at Nassau EM or at www.twitter.com/NassauEM. ************************************************************************************* If you have any questions, please contact Nassau County Emergency Management at (904) 548-0900. |
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