The Alachua County Public Works Department has introduced 10 new flashing beacons at five strategic locations near “key” pedestrian crosswalks.
Along with the yard sale, Belleview has begun additional fundraising efforts including a candy sale at Belleview City Hall and the Belleview Public Works Office.
Although the hurricane has passed, the river may continue to rise another few feet before plateauing, according to the Southwest Florida Water Management District.
The company expects to have power fully restored by Tuesday, Oct. 15, following Hurricanes Milton and Helene.
Nearby neighbors helping clear the roadways of large trees and branches show that hurricane restoration is no match when pinned against the grit of the community.
Alachua County Sheriff’s Office deputies relocated the gator to nearby Lake Alto.
FloridaCommerce has also actived the Business Damage Assessment Survey in response to Hurricane Milton
If you encounter non-life-threatening downed trees in the Sumter County area, please report them to the county’s Citizen Information Center by calling 352-689-4400.
City officials still implore the public to stay home and off the roads until the storm subsides.
The company has laid out safety protocols for North Central Florida residents to follow once the hurricane arrives.