FORT MYERS, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis and First Lady Casey DeSantis announced awards totaling $4 million to support residents of Southwest Florida impacted by Hurricane Ian, as well as a new partnership with The Home Depot to support rebuild efforts in the state. At San Carlos Park Elementary, Governor DeSantis announced $2 million has […]

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis visited Flagler County to receive a briefing from local officials and survey areas impacted by Hurricane Ian. Since Hurricane Ian impacted Flagler County, the state has provided support to aid in recovery including: The Florida National Guard and Florida Department of Law Enforcement brought in high-water vehicles for search […]

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis visited Punta Gorda to give updates on recovery efforts in areas that have been impacted by Hurricane Ian. Governor DeSantis announced two major actions the state is taking to support our southwest Florida fisheries, including requesting a federal disaster declaration for offshore, inshore, and near shore fisheries, and that the […]

PUNTA GORDA, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis was joined by fishing captains from southwest Florida to show his support for the industry as they continue their road to recovery. Hurricane Ian had significant impacts on the commercial and recreational fishing industry. To help the fishing industry get back on its feet, Governor DeSantis is requesting […]

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis was joined by business owners impacted by Hurricane Ian in Cape Coral to hold a discussion on recovery efforts. Business owners discussed ways to reopen safely to get customers back in the door. Additionally, Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) Secretary Dane Eagle highlighted resources that have been made available, including activating […]

CAPE CORAL, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis and the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) hosted a roundtable with more than a dozen Southwest Florida businesses. The roundtable discussion included representatives across industry sectors who shared their unique perspectives, needs, and obstacles for regaining economic self-sufficiency. This discussion will inform the state’s immediate and long-term […]

PORT CHARLOTTE, Fla. — Today, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) approved Florida’s request to amend the Major Disaster Declaration issued on September 29, to assist with Hurricane Ian recovery efforts. The amendment extends the declaration to Brevard, Orange, and Osceola counties to get assistance to all counties in need. A Major Disaster Declaration provides a […]

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis and First Lady Casey DeSantis visited Charlotte County to give updates on recovery efforts and visit a disaster services site that has received funds from the Florida Disaster Fund. Governor DeSantis announced that all but three schools in Charlotte County will be able to open by Monday, October 17. Full […]

PORT CHARLOTTE, Fla. — Today, First Lady Casey DeSantis announced a toy drive for children impacted by Hurricane Ian. The state is partnering with faith-based institutions and non-profits in impacted counties to collect and deliver toys to the state’s Disaster Recovery Centers. Anyone looking to donate a toy can find a list of sites where they […]