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In recent months, ALAN has been actively monitoring several disasters, including Hurricane Milton, Hurricane Helene, Hurricane Francine, Hurricane Debby, Hurricane Beryl, Tropical Storm Alberto, wildfires and landslides in New Mexico, flooding in Iowa, the Oklahoma tornadoes, the Texas wildfires, the atmospheric river storms in California, the Louisiana saltwater intrusion, and the war in Ukraine. We encourage you to check in frequently for the latest updates and needs. Or if you’d prefer, feel free to make a donation to support our ongoing humanitarian efforts. Every dollar truly helps.
ALAN is actively responding to Hurricane Milton, Hurricane Helene, Hurricane Francine, Hurricane Debby, Hurricane Beryl, the wildfires in New Mexico, flooding in Iowa, Tropical Storm Alberto, the Central U.S. tornadoes, Texas wildfires, the war in Ukraine and other humanitarian needs around the globe.
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Transportation and Transportation Equipment
Case 9548: Transportation lumber from MS to TN (Hurricane Helene Relief)
Case 9546: Transportation donated firetruck to TN (Hurricane Helene Relief)
Case 9545: Transportation 20 pallets relief supplies from American Fork, UT to Austell, GA (Hurricane Helene Relief)
Case 9541: Transportation four (4) pallets solar materials from Chelmsford, MA 01824 to Mars Hill, NC 28754 (Hurricane Helene Response)
Case 9518: Transportation eleven (11) pallets foods and flood buckets from New Orleans, LA 70117 to Ocala, FL 34474 (Hurricane Milton Response)
Case 9511: Transportation three (3) pallets first aid kits from from Osceola, IN 46561 (Vulnerable Populations)
Case 9507: Transportation 150 pallets plywood from Deerfield Beach, FL to Ocala, FL and Longs, SC (Hurricane Debby and Hurricane Helene Response/Recovery)
Case 9501: Transportation 20 pallets plywood from Deerfield Beach, FL to Cicero, IL (Vulnerable Populations)
Warehousing
Case 9525: Temporary warehouse space in/around Coffee County, GA (Hurricane Helene Relief)
Material Handling Equipment and Warehouse Supplies
Case 9503: 4-tier pallet racking system to Kahului, HI 96732 (Maui Wildfires Recovery)
Case 9502: 300 rolls shrink wrap to Kahului, HI 96732 (Maui Wildfires Recovery)
Case 9494: One (1) forklift to Kahului, HI 96732 (Maui Wildfires Recovery)
Case 9488: One (1) forklift to DeRidder, LA 70634 (Vulnerable Populations)
Miscellaneous
Case 9527: Two (2) refrigerated and three (3) dry 40′ containers to Hot Springs, NC 28743 (Hurricane Helene Response and Recovery)
ALAN is actively responding to Hurricane Milton, Hurricane Helene, Hurricane Francine, Hurricane Debby, Hurricane Beryl, the wildfires in New Mexico, flooding in Iowa, Tropical Storm Alberto, the Central U.S. tornadoes, Texas wildfires, the war in Ukraine and other humanitarian needs around the globe.
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Federal Resources
OSHA Worker Safety And Health Resources For Hurricane And Flood Cleanup And Recovery
New Planning Tool from FEMA Resilience Analysis and Planning Tool (RAPT)
NOAA National Weather Service Advanced Hydrologic Prediction Services River Forecast Tool including river projections can be found here.
NOAA National Geodetic Survey damage assessment imagery available here. Using the tool, you can zoom into a specific area to see the damage from Hurricane Ian.
https://maps.dot.gov/portal/apps/webappviewer/index.html?id=22abf34a657c461f81ae70f42ffa521f
DOT Emergency Preparedness, Response and Recovery Information
Federal Emergency Management Agency
US Chamber National Disaster Help Desk: 888-MY-BIZ-HELP (888-692-4444943)
Disaster Quick Guides for Business and Chambers
Additional Resources
- FedEx Service Alerts
- UPS Service Alerts
- Donate Responsibly to a National VOAD Member
- Survivors who need assistance cleaning their homes – Crisis Cleanup
- Locating family in friends in affected areas – Red Cross Safe And Well Site
ALAN has been improving logistics response in disasters for 19 years, and the need is greater now than ever before. Please donate today to help us continue our work for many more years to come.
KEY INFORMATION
To make a financial or in-kind donation to ALAN to support Hurricane Helene relief efforts, visit our official Hurricane Helene landing page at https://www.alanaid.org/hurricane-helene/.
For more detailed information about how ALAN is responding, how you can help, and important post landfall considerations, read our messaging at https://www.alanaid.org/blog/ .
CRITICAL MESSAGES
Ongoing landslide threat in Banner Elk, NC with direct impacts to Highway 184 (reported on the NC Business Emergency Operations Center)
The Washington Post published on October 4, 2024, “A tropical rainstorm coming to Florida could dump a foot of rain”
North Carolina Business Operations Center: Partners moving people, resources or equipment into western North Carolina, MUST coordinate plans and movements through the NCEM-BEOC.
Help us keep critical supply lines open. Please do not self-deploy resources or supply logistics without coordinating with the BEOC. There is a high likelihood that your team(s) will be turned away at various checkpoints. We will prioritize movements and provide safe routes with an escort, as needed.
You can email your supply logistics or movement requests to: [email protected]
Begin Subject Line with: Logistics Support
Please include the following info:
What are you moving? Why you need special access.
When do you plan to move and from where?
Where are you going?
When will they arrive at the “border to Western NC” and where?
In summary, until further notice, roads in Western NC (generally anywhere west of Hickory, NC) are closed to all traffic other than emergency services and pre-approved shipments coordinated through the BEOC.
President Biden approved Major Disaster Declaration for Virginia on October 2, 2024, in response to Hurricane Helene.
President Biden approved Major Disaster Declaration for Georigia on October 1, 2024, in response to Hurricane Helene.
President Biden approved Major Disaster Declaration for South Carolina on September 29, 2024, in response to Hurricane Helene.
President Biden approved Emergency Declaration for Virginia on September 29, 2024, in response to Hurricane Helene.
President Biden approved a Major Disaster Declaration for Florida on September 28, 2024, in response to Hurricane Helene.
President Biden approved Major Disaster Declaration for North Carolina on September 28, 2024, in response to Hurricane Helene.
President Biden approved Emergency Declaration for Tennessee on September 28, 2024, in response to Hurricane Helene.
President Biden approved Emergency Declaration for South Carolina on September 26, 2024, in preparation for impacts from Hurricane Helene beginning on September 25, 2024, and continuing.
President Biden approved Emergency Declaration for Alabama on September 26, 2024, in preparation for impacts from Hurricane Helene beginning on September 22, 2024, and continuing.
President Biden approved Emergency Declaration for North Carolina on September 26, 2024, in preparation for impacts from Hurricane Helene beginning on September 25, 2024, and continuing.
President Biden approved Emergency Declaration for Georgia on September 26, 2024, in preparation for impacts from Hurricane Helene beginning on September 24, 2024, and continuing.
President Biden approved Emergency Declaration for Florida on September 24, 2024, in preparation for impacts from Tropical Storm Helene beginning on September 23, 2024, and continuing.
STATE DECLARATIONS
Tennessee Governor Lee issued Executive Order No. 105 on September 27, 2024, in response to Hurricane Helene.
West Virginia Governor Justice issued Proclamation declaring a State of Preparedness on September 26, 2024, in response to Hurricane Helene.
Virginia Governor Youngkin issued Executive Order No. 37 on September 25, 2024 declaring a state of emergency due to Hurricane Helene.
South Carolina Governor McMaster issued Executive Order 2024-24 on September 25, 2024, in preparation for impacts from Hurricane Helene.
North Carolina Governor Cooper issued Executive Order No. 315 on September 25, 2024, declaring a statewide state of emergency and temporary waiver and suspension of motor vehicle regulations.
Georgia Governor Kemp issued Executive Order on September 24, 2024, declaring a State of Emergency for Tropical Storm Helene.
Florida Governor DeSantis issued Executive Order 24-209 on September 24, 2024, amending Executive Order 24-208.
Florida Governor DeSantis issued Executive Order 24-208 on September 23,2024, in preparation for impacts from potential tropical cyclone nine.
ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION WAIVERS
Title: West Virginia Director of Emergency Management issued Transportation Waiver on October 2, 2024
Effective: 10/02/24| Expires on: 11/01/24
Description: Declared a local emergency exists which justifies certain exemptions from Parts 390 through 399 of Title 49. Provides relief from Title 49, CFR 395.3 (hours of service for drivers) for motor carriers in or passing through the state of West Virginia providing direct assistance to the hurricane emergency relief.
Title: Virginia Department of Transportation Secretary issued Transportation Waiver on September 26, 2024 (extension signed 10/01/24)
Effective: 09/26/24| Expires on: 10/25/24
Description: Virginia Department of Transportation Commissioner issued a transportation waiver granting temporary overweight, over width, registration, license, or hours of service exemptions to all carriers transporting essential emergency relief supplies to, through and from any area of the Commonwealth. Authorization applies also applies to water, food, heating oil, motor fuels or propane, or agricultural products, agricultural supplies, livestock and poultry, forest products and salvaged wood, waste, and trees cut in preparation for the storm, or providing restoration of utilities.
Title: Tennessee Governor Lee issued Executive Order No. 105 for Hurricane Helene
Effective: 09/27/24| Expires on: 10/11/24
Description: Tennessee Executive Order No. 105 provides exemption to Tennessee Code Annotated Sections: 55-4-401 through Section 55-4-413; Section 55-7-201 through Section 55-8-209, and Tenn. Comp. R. & Regs. 1680-07-01 through 1680-07-01-.25 that set forth maximum weight, height, length, and width limitations are suspended in the case of vehicles providing relief efforts in response to severe weather. In accordance with 49 CFR 390.23, provide a temporary exemption from 49 CFR Part 395 limiting the hours of service for the operator of a commercial vehicle providing supplies, equipment, personnel, and other provisions to assist persons affected by severe weather.
Title: Alabama Department of Revenue Commissioner issued Executive Order
Effective: 09/27/24| Expires on: 10/27/24
Description: Alabama Department of Revenue Commissioner issued executive order providing temporary suspension of the motor fuel exporter, importer, and transporter licensing requirements associated with the Alabama Terminal Excise Tax for those supporting disaster relief efforts by engaging in the export of motor fuel from Alabama to areas in other states impacted by Hurricane Helene.
Title: Alabama Department of Revenue Commissioner issued Executive Order
Effective: 09/27/24| Expires on: 10/27/24
Description: Alabama Department of Revenue Commissioner issued executive order providing temporary suspension of the requirements associated with the International Registration Plan and International Fuel Tax Agreement for any motor vehicle engaged in interstate disaster relief which will be traveling through the State of Alabama as part of the disaster relief.
Title: Virginia Department of Transportation Secretary issued Transportation Waiver on September 26, 2024
Effective: 09/26/24| Expires on: 10/02/24
Description: Virginia Department of Transportation Commissioner issued a transportation waiver granting temporary overweight, over width, registration, license, or hours of service exemptions to all carriers transporting essential emergency relief supplies to, through and from any area of the Commonwealth. Authorization applies also applies to water, food, heating oil, motor fuels or propane, or agricultural products, agricultural supplies, livestock and poultry, forest products and salvaged wood, waste, and trees cut in preparation for the storm, or providing restoration of utilities.
Title: South Carolina Governor McMaster issued Executive Order 2024-24 on September 25, 2024
Effective: 09/25/24| Expires on: 10/25/24
Description: In accordance with section 56-5-79(A) of the South Carolina Code of Laws, as amended, during a declared emergency and in the course of responding to the emergency, requirements related to registration, permitting, length, width, weight, and load are suspended for commercial and utility vehicles traveling on non-interstate routes for up to 120 days; and requirements relating to time of service suspensions for commercial and utility vehicles traveling on interstate and non-interstate routes are suspended for up to 30 days, unless extended for additional periods pursuant to the FMCSR. Whereas the FMCSR limit, the hours of service for operators of commercial vehicles and pursuant to 49 CFR 390.23, the Governor may suspend federal hours of service regulations if the governor determines an emergency condition exists.
Title: North Carolina Governor Cooper issued Executive Order No. 311
Effective: 09/25/24| Expires on: 10/05/24
Description: North Carolina Governor Cooper issued Executive Order No. 315 on September 25, 2024, declaring a State of Emergency and temporary waiver and suspension of motor vehicle regulations. Shall waive the maximum hours of service for drivers prescribe by DPS pursuant to N.C. Gen Stat. 20-381 and pursuant to 49 CFR 390.23, waive 49 CFR 395.3 for persons transporting essential fuels, food, water, non-alcoholic beverages, medical supplies, feed for livestock and poultry, persons transporting livestock, poultry or crops ready to be harvested, and vehicles used in the restoration of utility or transportation services. Shall waive enforcement of certain size and weight restrictions and penalties arising under N.C. Gen Stat. 20-86.1 and 20-119 for vehicles supporting emergency relief efforts in the emergency area
Title: Kentucky Transportation Secretary issued Declaration of Emergency Order 113789
Effective: 09/24/24| Expires on: 10/08/24
Description: Kentucky Transportation Secretary Gray issued a Declaration of Emergency, Exemption of Hours of Service and Stoppage at Weight Stations. Whereas a state of emergency exists in Florida and the surrounding areas and the Governor of Florida declaring an emergency, pursuant to KRS 189.233 and 49 CFR 390.23, declaring a state of emergency exists requiring relief from hours of service imposed on commercial vehicles providing power restoration within affected area. Pursuant to authority vested in KAR 189.33 and 49 CFR 390.23, hereby declared state of emergency exists requiring relief from the hours of service imposed on commercial vehicles providing power restoration, debris removal, and transporting agricultural products and requiring waiver of stopping at all weigh stations for these commercial vehicles responding to the affected area. Pursuant to 49 CFR Section 390.23, waive 49 CFR 395.3 for vehicles transporting essential fuels, food, water, non-alcoholic beverages, medical supplies, feed for livestock and poultry, transporting livestock, poultry, and crops ready to be harvested, or the restoration of utility and transportation services.
Title: Georgia Governor issued Executive Order 09.24.24.01
Effective: 09/24/24| Expires on: 10/02/24
Description: Georgia Governor Kemp issued Executive Order on September 24, 2024, declaring a State of Emergency whereas it justifies suspension of Part 395 (driver’s hours of service) of Title 49 of the Code of Federal Regulations. Suspension remains in effect for 14 days or until the emergency condition ceases to exist. It is further ordered: commercial vehicles operating outside the normal weight, height, and length restrictions under the authority of this State of Emergency shall be issued permits by the Georgia Department of Public Safety.
Title: Florida Department of Agriculture Commissioner Simpson issued statement on September 24, 2024
Effective: 09/24/24| Expires on: 10/24/24
Description: Florida Agriculture Commissioner Simpson issued statement temporarily suspending the interstate movement requirements for the transportation of animals that are fleeing the Tropical Storm and the applicable interstate requirements for their return.
Title: Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicle Executive Director issued Emergency Order 24-05 Pursuant to Executive Order 24-208
Effective: 09/23/24| Expires on: 10/07/24
Description: FLHSMV Executive Director issued Emergency Order 24-05 a State of Emergency suspends enforcement of the registration requirements under sections 316.545(4) and 320.0725, Florida Statutes for commercial motor vehicles that enter Florida to provide emergency services or supplies, to transport emergency equipment, supplies, or personnel. Pursuant to 49 CFR 390.23, motor carriers and drivers operating a commercial motor vehicle to provide emergency relief during an emergency are exempt from 49 CFR 393.3 and 395.5.
Title: Florida Department of Transportation Secretary Perdue issued Emergency Order 24-08
Effective: 09/23/24 | Expires on: 11/23/24
Description: Pursuant to Executive Order No. 24-208, Secretary Perdue waives and suspends Florida Statutes 316.515(1-3), 316.535(1 and 3), 316.545(2 and 4), and 337.401(1)(a); and Rules 14-28.002(4 and 5), and 14-46.001(2) to allow for alternate size and weight restrictions on any vehicles transporting emergency equipment, services, supplies, or personnel, and agricultural commodities and citrus as recommended by Commissioner of Agriculture.
STATE BUSINESS AND INDUSTRY RESOURCES
State of Florida
- Florida Activate Hope: Hurricane Helene Recovery (pulls together private sector, nonprofits, and government resources to help Floridians get recover)
- Florida ESF 18 Office (Business and Industry) [email protected] and Private Sector hotline (850) 815-4925 (Daily 7am-7pm EDT). Updates can be found at Florida Disaster Business.
- Florida Business Damage Assessment: Hurricane Helene
- Florida Small Business Development Center: Hurricane Helene Resources
- S. Small Business Disaster Assistance: Hurricane Helene Resources
- Florida Price Gouging Hotline: Hurricane Helene (866) 966-7226; tips for avoiding price gouging
State of South Carolina
- C. Emergency Business Resources
- C. Business Support ESF 24 Desk: [email protected] / (803) 737-8524
- South Carolina ESF-24 Emergency Response Survey
- C. Know Your Zone
- NOTE: for questions, email [email protected]
- South Carolina Hurricane Helene State Response: (866) 246-0133
State of North Carolina
- Contact: James Wong, BEOC Coordinator [email protected]
- C. Virtual BEOC
- Flood Inundation Mapping and Alert Network
- North Carolina Business EOC: Sector / Industry Insights Hurricane Helene Reporting
- North Carolina ReBUILD NC Small Business Assistance
- North Carolina Small Business Development Fund
- C. Virtual BEOC
STATE / FEDERAL RE-ENTRY INFORMATION FOR BUSINESS
State of Florida
- In the State of Florida, additional information is required for re-entry. More information can be found at Private Sector Re-Entry Guidelines. Re-entry will be managed by local elected officials and law enforcement officers. Those moving essential commodities and services will need to have the following items:
- Valid government-issued ID, such as a driver’s license or passport;
- Proof of employment, such as Employer credentials or a letter on employer letterhead; and
- A demonstrated need to enter the area, such as a work order, inventory list, or employer authorization.
State of Georgia
- Georgia Re-Entry Program
- Questions related to re-entry should be sent to [email protected]
State of South Carolina
- Charleston County Recovery Plan and Re-Entry Plan
- South Carolina State Business Reentry Program
- NOTE: for questions, email [email protected]
State of North Carolina
Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA)
- CISA Access Coordination Request for Florida and Georgia Hurricane Helene letter (ARC letter) is provided to assist critical infrastructure owners and operators engage local officials in coordinating the access and support necessary to restore infrastructure services.
ROAD CONDITIONS
South Carolina 511 Traffic Status
CURFEWS (as of October 4, 2024)
State of Georgia
- Augusta (10pm to 7am)
- Columbia County (10pm to 8am)
- Richmond County (7pm to 7am)
- Saluda County (6:30pm to 8am)
- Valdosta (8pm to 6am)
- Warren County (7pm to 7am)
State of South Carolina
- Aiken County (lifted)
- Clinton (10pm to 6am)
- Edgefield County (9pm to 6am)
- Newberry County (10pm to 6am)
- Ridge Springs (9pm to 6am)
- Union County (10pm to 6am)
State of North Carolina
- Asheville (7:30pm-7am)
- Blowing Rock (11pm to 7am)
- Boone (11pm-7am)
- Buncombe County (lifted)
- Caldwell County (lifted)
- Haywood County (9pm-7am)
- Henderson County (8pm-8am)
- Mitchell County (10pm to 6am)
- Rutherford County (7pm-7am)
- Transylvania County (lifted)
- Watauga County (11pm-7am)
- Yancy County (10pm-12pm)
EVACUATION STATUS (as of October 4, 2024, 3pm EDT)
State of Florida
All Lifted
State of North Carolina
- Alexander County (lifted)
- Avery County (voluntary)
- Buncombe County (mandatory)
- Burke County (voluntary)
- Haywood County (voluntary)
- McDowell County (mandatory)
- Mecklenburg County (mandatory)
- Rutherford County (voluntary)
- Transylvania County (mandatory)
PORT CONDITIONS (as of October 3, 2024, per USCG Home Port / NOTE: the status is unavailable as of October 4, 2024)
State of Alabama
- Black Warrior River (open)
- Mobile (open)
State of Florida
- Big Bend (open with restrictions)
- Boca Grande (closed)
- Bradenton (closed)
- Carabelle (open with restrictions)
- Cedar Key (closed)
- Charlotte (closed)
- East Bay (open with restrictions)
- Egmont Key (open with restrictions)
- Fort Myers Beach (open)
- Fort Pierce (open with Restrictions)
- Hillsborough Bay (open with restrictions)
- Key West (open)
- Manatee (open with restrictions)
- Miami (open)
- Miami River (open)
- Panama City (open with restrictions)
- Pensacola (open)
- Port Canaveral (open)
- Port of Everglades (open)
- Port of Fernandina (open)
- Port of Jacksonville (open)
- Port of Palm Beach (open)
- Port St. Joe (open)
- Port of Sutton (open with restrictions)
- Rattlesnake (open with restrictions)
- Rockport (open with restrictions)
- Sand Key (closed)
- Sarasota (closed)
- Seaport Manatee (open with restrictions)
- Marks (open)
- Petersburg (open)
- Tampa (open with restrictions)
- Weedon Island (open with restrictions)
State of Georgia
- Brunswick (open)
- Savannah (open)
UTILITIES (as of October 4, 2024, 2pm EDT)
State of Florida
- State of Florida Power Outages
- Statewide 8,130 customers impacted by outage (11.4 million total customers)
State of Georgia
- Georgia EMC
- Georgia Power Outage Map
- Statewide 196,784 customers impacted by outage (4,907,952 total customers)
State of South Carolina
- SC Power Outage Map
- Statewide 261,015 customers impacted by outage (2,902,611 total customers)
State of North Carolina
- NC Power Outage Map
- Statewide 223,392 customers impacted by outage (5,882,667 total customers)
State of Tennessee
- Nashville Electric Service
- Tennessee Electric Cooperative Association
- Statewide 1,498 customers impacted by outage (3,229,594 total customers)
State of Virginia
- Dominion Energy Outage
- Northern Virginia Electric Cooperative
- Statewide 12,344 customers impacted by outage (3,997,971 total customers)
FUEL (as of October 2, 2024)
National
- GasBuddy: GasBuddy Outage Map
- S. Energy Information Administration: U.S. Energy Atlas
- EMA: Disaster Fuel Response Program
- EMA: Disaster Resources and Waivers
STATE / CITY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY
ALAN has been improving logistics response in disasters for 19 years, and the need is greater now than ever before. Please donate today to help us continue our work for many more years to come.
U.S. Cyber Security issued alert on October 8, 2024, “Avoid Scams After Disaster Strikes”
U.S. Federal Trade Commission Things to Consider Before Giving to a Charity
PSEMA Hurricane Milton Coordination Call via Zoom daily at 4pm EDT
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86737741797?pwd=hAg1zTWdsbHKYRvnWIbbMAyKuJNWyZ.1
Meeting ID: 867 3774 1797
Passcode: 106474
President Biden approved Emergency Declaration for Seminole Tribe of Florida on October 8, 2024, in preparation for Hurricane Milton impacts.
President Biden approved Emergency Declaration for Florida on October 7, 2024, in preparation for Hurricane Milton impacts.
Florida Department of Health Surgeon General issued Emergency Order No. 24-003 on October 8, 2024, suspending statutes, rules and orders pursuant to Executive Order 24-214 made necessary by Hurricane Milton. Waivers related to procurement, emergency medical licensure requirements, practitioner licensure requirements, prescription drug monitoring reporting, and mobile pharmacies.
Florida Governor DeSantis issued Executive Order 24-215 on October 6, 2024, amending Executive Order 24-214.
Florida Governor DeSantis issued Executive Order 24-214 on October 5, 2024, in preparation for Tropical Storm Milton impact to Florida.
ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION WAIVERS
Title: Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Simpson issued Executive Order 2024-016, suspending Florida Statutes relating to liquid fuel
Effective: 10/08/24 | Expires on: 12/08/24
Description: Pursuant to Executive Order 2024-015, suspension of sections of Florida Statutes 527.0201, 527.021, 527.04, and 527.11, only for persons performing work of Category I Liquified Petroleum Gas Dealers in furtherance of emergency recovery efforts directly related to Hurricane Milton.
Title: Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Simpson issued Executive Order 2024-015, suspending Florida Statutes relating to liquid fuel
Effective: 10/07/24 | Expires on: 12/07/24
Description: Pursuant to Executive Order 2024-015, suspension of sections of Florida Statutes 526.02, 526.04, 526.05, and 526.07, relating to the sale, offer for sale, delivery, distribution, or storage of liquid fuels; all other provisions of chapter 526, Florida Statutes, shall remain in effect.
Title: FMCSA Regional Emergency Declaration No. 2024-008 and Extension of Emergency Declarations Pursuant to 49 CFR 390.23 and 390.24
Effective: 10/04/24 | Expires on: 10/27/24
Description: The United States Department of Transportation (USDOT), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) declares that an emergency exists that warrants issuance of a Regional Emergency Declaration and extension of emergency declarations issued by State Governors, to continue emergency relief granted from certain regulatory requirements in Parts 390-399 of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs). This Declaration is in response to Hurricane Helene and its effects on people and property, including immediate threats to human life, public safety, and public welfare from heavy rains, strong winds, storm surge, high surf, and flooding. This Declaration addresses the emergency conditions creating a need for immediate transportation relating to the restoration of essential supplies and essential services and provides necessary relief. Affected States included in this Declaration are: Alabama, Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia.
The Presidential Declarations issued provide regulatory relief for up to 30 days of emergency relief from Federal regulations in 49 CFR 390 through 399. FMCSA issuing this Declaration and granting regulatory relief in accordance with 49 CFR 390.23 and 390.25, as set forth herein.
Title: Florida Department of Transportation Secretary Perdue issued Emergency Order 24-12
Effective: 10/06/24 | Expires on: 10/21/24
Description: Pursuant to Executive Order No. 24-213, Secretary Perdue waives and suspends Florida Statutes 316.515(1-3), 316.535(1 and 3), 316.545(2 and 4), and 337.401(1)(a); and Rules 14-28.002(4 and 5), and 14-46.001(2) to allow for alternate size and weight restrictions on any vehicles transporting emergency equipment, services, supplies, or personnel, and agricultural commodities and citrus as recommended by Commissioner of Agriculture.
Title: Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicle Executive Director issued Emergency Order 24-06 Pursuant to Executive Order 24-214
Effective: 10/07/24| Expires on: 10/21/24
Description: FLHSMV Executive Director issued Emergency Order 24-06 a State of Emergency suspends enforcement of the registration requirements under sections 316.545(4) and 320.0725, Florida Statutes for commercial motor vehicles that enter Florida to provide emergency services or supplies, to transport emergency equipment, supplies, or personnel. Pursuant to 49 CFR 390.23, motor carriers and drivers operating a commercial motor vehicle to provide emergency relief during an emergency are exempt from 49 CFR 393.3 and 395.5.
POWER OUTAGES
UTILITIES (as of October 11, 2024, 2pm EDT)
State of Florida
- State of Florida Power Outages
- Statewide 2,225,789 customers impacted by outage (11.8 million total customers)
CURFEWS (as of October 11, 2024)
State of Florida
- Bonita Springs (10pm to 7am until further notice)
- Charlotte County (9pm to 6am until further notice)
- Collier County (rescinded)
- Flager County (rescinded)
- Fort Myers Beach (24-hour, until further notice/no update)
- Marco Island (rescinded)
- Martin County (rescinded)
- Naples (rescinded)
- Osceola Count (rescinded)
- Palm Coast (7pm to 7:30am, until further notice)
- Punta Gorda (9pm until 6am, until further notice)
- Sanibel (9pm to 6am until further notice)
- Volusia County (rescinded)
EVACUATION STATUS (as of October 11, 2024)
State of Florida
Florida Know Your Zone Interactive Map
- Charlotte County (mandatory, Red Zone A and Orange Zone B)
- Citrus County (mandatory, mobile or manufactured homes)
- Clay County (lifted)
- Collier County (lifted)
- Desoto County (lifted)
- Dixie County (lifted)
- Flagler County (lifted)
- Glades County (lifted)
- Hardee County (lifted)
- Hernando County (lifted)
- Highlands County (lifted)
- Hillsborough County (mandatory, Zones A and B)
- Lake County (voluntary, low-lying, mobile home)
- Lee County (mandatory, Zone A and B)
- Levy County (lifted)
- Manatee County (mandatory, Level A, B, and C)
- Marion County (lifted)
- Miami-Dade County (voluntary, mobile homes)
- Nassau County (lifted)
- Okeechobee County (lifted)
- Orange County (voluntary, areas of high risk should evacuate)
- Osceola County (voluntary, low-lying, flood prone areas)
- Palm Beach County (voluntary)
- Pasco County (mandatory, Zone A and B)
- Pinellas County (lifted)
- Putnam County (lifted)
- Sarasota County (no update has been reported)
- Johns County (lifted)
- Sumter County (lifted)
- Volusia County (no update has been reported)
STATE BUSINESS AND INDUSTRY RESOURCES
State of Florida
- Florida ESF 18 Office (Business and Industry) [email protected] and Private Sector hotline (850) 815-4925 (Daily 7am-7pm EDT). Updates can be found at Florida Disaster Business
- Florida Public Radio Florida Storms Mobile App
- Florida 511 for real time traffic conditions
STATE / FEDERAL RE-ENTRY INFORMATION FOR BUSINESS
State of Florida
- In the State of Florida, additional information is required for re-entry. More information can be found at Private Sector Re-Entry Guidelines. Re-entry will be managed by local elected officials and law enforcement officers. Those moving essential commodities and services will need to have the following items:
- Valid government-issued ID, such as a driver’s license or passport;
- Proof of employment, such as Employer credentials or a letter on employer letterhead; and
- A demonstrated need to enter the area, such as a work order, inventory list, or employer authorization.
Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA)
- CISA Access Coordination Request for Florida Hurricane Milton letter (ARC letter) is provided to assist critical infrastructure owners and operators engage local officials in coordinating the access and support necessary to restore infrastructure services.
PORT CONDITIONS (as of October 11, 2024, per USCG Home Port)
State of Florida
- Big Bend (open, Port Condition IV)
- Boca Grande (closed, Hurricane Port Condition Zulu)
- Bradenton (closed, Hurricane Port Condition Zulu)
- Cedar Key (closed, Hurricane Port Condition Zulu)
- Charlotte (closed, Hurricane Port Condition Zulu)
- East Bay (open, Port Condition IV)
- Egmont Key (open, Port Condition IV)
- Fort Myers Beach (closed, Hurricane Port Condition Zulu)
- Fort Pierce (open, Port Condition IV)
- Hillsborough Bay (open, Port Condition IV)
- Key West (open, Port Condition IV)
- Manatee (open, Port Condition IV)
- Miami (open, Port Condition IV)
- Miami River (open, Port Condition IV)
- Panama City (open with restrictions)
- Pensacola (open)
- Port Canaveral (open, Port Condition IV)
- Port of Everglades (open, Port Condition IV)
- Port of Fernandina (closed, Hurricane Port Condition Zulu)
- Port of Jacksonville (open, Port Condition IV)
- Port of Palm Beach (open, Port Condition IV)
- Port St. Joe (open)
- Port of Sutton (closed, Hurricane Port Condition Zulu)
- Rattlesnake (open, Port Condition IV)
- Rockport (closed, Hurricane Port Condition Zulu)
- Sand Key (closed Hurricane Port Condition Zulu)
- Sarasota (closed, Hurricane Port Condition Zulu)
- Seaport Manatee (open, Port Condition IV)
- Petersburg (closed, Hurricane Port Condition Zulu)
- Tampa (open, Port Condition IV)
- Weedon Island (closed, Hurricane Port Condition Zulu)
State of Georgia
- Brunswick (open, Port Condition IV)
- Savannah (open, Port Condition IV)
AIRPORT CONDITIONS (as of October 11, 2024)
State of Florida
- Daytona Beach International Airport (open)
- Lauderdale-Hollywood Airport (open)
- Jacksonville International Airport (open)
- Miami International Airport (open)
- Orlando International Airport (open)
- Palm Beach International Airport (open)
- Punta Gorda Airport (open)
- Sanford Orlando International Airport (open)
- Sarasota-Bradenton Airport (closed)
- Petersburg – Clearwater Airport (closed)
- Southwest Florida International Airport (open)
- Tampa International Airport (open)
FUEL (as of October 11, 2024)
State of Florida
- Governor DeSantis update 11:30am EDT
- Florida Division of Emergency Management has 1 million gallons of diesel and more than 730,000 gallons of emergency fuels on-hand, with 51,500 gallons of diesel and 35,900 gallons of gas deployed in the field supporting operations
National
- GasBuddy: GasBuddy Outage Map
- S. Energy Information Administration: U.S. Energy Atlas
- EMA: Disaster Fuel Response Program
- EMA: Disaster Resources and Waivers
