Two sandbag stations are open daily in Ridge Manor and Brooksville to help residents prepare for potential flooding from the Withlacoochee River.
River levels have exceeded 11 feet and are expected to surpass 13 feet by October 18.
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.
Cedar Key’s Fire Rescue Chief announced that comfort stations are fully operational, key agencies are providing assistance at C & 3rd Streets, and debris removal efforts continue as the community recovers from recent disasters.
The storm brought a front that helped cool down the waters, which has positively affected the fish behavior, leading to what one local angler calls a “fall pattern.”
The town urgently needs support to help them recover and rebuild.
The press conference focused on the state’s response to Hurricane Milton, highlighting recovery efforts, fuel distribution, power restoration, debris removal, and assistance programs.
FHP says that the boy failed to negotiate a left turn.
Major flooding is expected along the Withlacoochee River due to heavy rainfall from Hurricane Milton, with water levels reaching historic highs across multiple counties.