TAMPA, Fla. — Governor Ron DeSantis issued a state of emergency to a total of 51 Florida counties ahead of Hurricane Milton.
DeSantis said that as many are recovering from Hurricane Helene, he has directed FDOT and the Florida Division of Emergency Management to coordinate all available personnel and resources to supplement local communities as they expedite debris removal.
As Tropical Storm Milton continues to strengthen in the Gulf, I have issued EO 24-214 ahead of potential landfall on Florida’s west coast this week. This EO declares a state of emergency in 35 Florida counties.As many continue to recover from Hurricane Helene, I have directed…
— Ron DeSantis (@GovRonDeSantis) October 5, 2024
The state of emergency covers Citrus, DeSoto, Hernando, Highlands, Hillsborough, Manatee, Pasco, Pinellas, Polk, and Sarasota Counties.
The state of emergency is issued to help government officials and residents prepare for disaster and utilize necessary resources.
Click here to learn more.
ABC Action News reporter Larissa Scott spoke with experts about this year's spring pollen season and how last year's hurricanes may be increasing the amount of pollen now.
