Press Release
By Congressman Aaron Bean
08-04-24
| While Floridians are no strangers to tropical storms and their aftermath, it’s important to make sure you stay informed. As tropical storm Debby prepares to make landfall in Florida, your safety is my top concern. Below, you will find information you need to be prepared ahead of this possibly severe weather system. Stay Informed: Please follow the advice of your local government officials and monitor your local news. The National Weather Service and the National Hurricane Center offer detailed updates. Please make sure you are also staying up to date with Florida Emergency Management by monitoring their website and Twitter page. Make A Plan: Make a plan for what you and your family will do in an emergency. Make sure you have an emergency preparedness kit (instructions can be found here ) and know how you’ll contact one another to reconnect if separated. For a step-by-step guide on how to make a plan visit ready.gov . Power Outages: To prepare for a possible power outage, please fully charge your mobile and medical devices and back-up power sources, make an emergency power plan, and test your carbon monoxide detectors. Please review these guidelines on staying safe following a power outage. Travel Information: Dangerous storms and hurricanes often produce widespread heavy rain, which can result in deadly and destructive flash flooding and long-term river flooding. Always remember: Turn Around, Don’t Drown! Visit the Florida Department of Transportation’s website for live updates on road conditions. FEMA: In severe disasters, FEMA may provide support to individuals and families with temporary housing, counseling, and other assistance. Click here for more information. Insurance Tips: If you don’t have it already, homeowners, renters, and business owners should consider purchasing a flood insurance policy now. It takes 30 days from the date of purchase for a National Flood Insurance Program policy to take effect. Flooding is the most common natural disaster in the United States, and more than 20% of flood claims come from areas outside high-risk flood zones. For more information about obtaining flood insurance, please visit FloodSmart.gov . For further questions, consult the Emergency Management websites for the county you reside: Clay CountyDuval CountyNassau County Sincerely,  Congressman Aaron BeanProudly Serving Florida’s Fourth Congressional District |
Contact Me Washington DC Office 1239 Longworth Office Building Washington, DC 20515 Phone: (202) 225-0123 Nassau County Office 501 Centre Street, Suite 107 Fernandina Beach, FL 32034 Phone: (904) 557-9550 Clay County Office 4465-6 US Highway 17 Fleming Island, FL 32003 Phone: (904) 830-3933 Duval County Office 820 N 117 W Duval St. #230 Jacksonville, FL 32202 Phone: (904) 319-9433 |
