Saturday, October 10, 7:30 a.m. - Updates are highlighted

Report Property Damage

Residents are asked to report property damage through the Santa Rosa County Property Appraiser's website. Search for your property by either name or street address at https://srcpa.gov/search and use the "Report Damage" button found under the "Owner Information section on your parcel page. If searching by street address, use abbreviations - Dr for Drive, St for Street, Blvd for Boulevard, etc.

Citizen Information Line

The Santa Rosa County Citizen Information Line, 850-983-INFO (4636), is currently down due to connection issues.

Staff are working on a solution as quickly as possible to restore the line. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience.

Road Closures

Majority of roads in Santa Rosa County are impassable due to down trees and/or power lines. Do not travel unless absolutely necessary. Crews are working as quickly as possible to clear roadways.

Safety Precautions During Recovery

As Santa Rosa County begins recovering from the impacts of Hurricane Isaias, residents are reminded that dangerous conditions remain after the storm. Downed power lines, flooding, damaged utility systems and other hazards can pose serious risks, even after weather conditions begin to improve.

Residents should follow guidance from local officials and take the following precautions to protect themselves and their families.

• Wait for official clearance
  Stay where you are until local authorities confirm it is safe to leave or return to your area. Follow updates from Santa Rosa County Emergency Management and other official sources before returning to evacuated areas.
• Stay away from downed power lines
  Treat all fallen, dangling or submerged power lines as live. Keep a safe distance and report downed lines to your utility provider. Never attempt to move or touch a power line.
• Standing water
  Never walk, swim or drive through standing or moving floodwater. Just 12 inches of rushing water can carry away a vehicle. Floodwaters may also conceal debris, sharp objects, downed electrical lines and sewage.
• Non-working traffic signals
  Drivers should treat intersections with non-working traffic signals as STOP signs in all directions, then proceed with caution.
• Chainsaw Safety
  Familiarize yourself with the safe operational procedures before attempting to use a chainsaw. Be sure that you are in top physical and mental condition when operating dangerous machinery. Medications and alcohol can cause you to be a hazard to yourself and others when working with chain saws. Equip yourself with protective clothing and equipment including safety goggles, hearing protection, steel-toed shoes, hard hat, gloves, and close-fitting clothing. Never make cuts with the saw between your legs; always cut with the saw to the outside of your legs. Never position yourself or other people in line with the chain and keep the chain out of the dirt.
• Use generators and fuel-burning equipment safely
  Never operate portable generators, camp stoves or grills inside a home, garage or other enclosed space because of the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning. Generators should be placed outdoors at least 20 feet from homes and other structures, with exhaust directed away from doors, windows and vents.
• Use flashlights instead of candles
  Use flashlights or battery-powered lanterns for lighting. Avoid candles and other open flames, as damaged gas lines or other hazards may increase the risk of fire.
• Make sure drinking water is safe
  Do not assume tap water is safe to drink or use for cooking following storm impacts. Follow instructions from your water provider, including any boil water notices. Use bottled water or boil water as directed until officials confirm the water is safe. Contact utility providers for service issues.
• Utility updates
  Residents should contact their utility providers directly regarding power, water, internet and other service disruptions. Do not call 911 for utility service issues. The 911 system should be reserved for emergencies requiring immediate assistance.
• Santa Rosa County encourages residents to remain vigilant, check on neighbors when it is safe to do so, and continue monitoring official Emergency Management communication channels for the latest information and recovery guidance. For additional updates, follow Santa Rosa County Emergency Management on Facebook and visit the County's official website.

Navarre Beach Utilities

Due to the predicted storm surge of up to 9 feet, water service to all residents and businesses on Navarre Beach was shut off at 12 p.m. on Friday, October 9.

Crews will return as soon as it is safe to do so to assess the water system and determine when service can be restored. A precautionary boil water notice will be in place once water is restored. This precautionary boil water notice will remain in effect until a bacteriological survey shows that the water is safe to drink. 

Please do not return to Navarre Beach as soon as the winds subside. Give crews time to safely assess conditions and any potential damage before returning to the area.

Shelter

The Clyde L. Gracey (Milton) Community Center, 5629 Byrom St. in Milton, is open as a shelter until further notice. No pre-registration is required.

This shelter is also a pet-friendly shelter. Bring pet(s) in a carrier with proof of vaccinations and all pet food and supplies, including water, leashes and/or litter boxes with litter.

Shelters are usually uncomfortable. Meals are not provided. It is recommended that other arrangements be made to stay at a hotel or with a friends or family in a well-constructed home that is properly protected to withstand hurricane-force winds.

Anyone needing transportation assistance to a shelter should call (850) 983-4636.

Bring the following items:

• Personal identification
• Water, non-perishable snacks and any special dietary needs.
• A change of clothing, rain gear and sturdy shoes.
• Toiletries and personal items.
• Blankets, pillows and sleeping bags.
• Games or toys for children; books for adults.
• Special items for infants or elderly family members.
• Battery-operated radio, flashlights and plenty of spare batteries.
• Prescriptions or any over-the-counter medications you normally need.

Bridges

• For state and federal road closures (I-10, Hwy. 87, Hwy. 89, Hwy. 90, Hwy. 98, Hwy. 4, Avalon Blvd.), see www.FL511.com.

Cancellations

• Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Amnesty Day at the South Santa Rosa Service Center and Waste Tire Amnesty Day at the Central Landfill in Milton are cancelled for Saturday, October 10.
• Santa Rosa County Animal Services has cancelled the Fall Fest Adoption Event originally scheduled for Saturday, October 10.

Santa Rosa County Offices

• The Central Landfill in Milton will remain closed on Saturday, October 10. The Jay Transfer Station is closed Saturday, October 10. The Central Landfill is expected to reopen Monday, October 12 at 7 a.m.
• The Tax Collector's office will be closed on Monday, October 12, for staff training. Other offices are expected to resume normal operations on Monday, October 12.
• Santa Rosa County Libraries are closed through Saturday, October 10.
• Santa Rosa County Animal Shelter will be closed on Saturday, October 10.
• All facility reservations for Friday and Saturday have been canceled. Those with reservations on Sunday have been notified that their events may also be canceled pending storm damage assessments.

Navarre Beach Pier

• Navarre Beach Pier will be closed Saturday, October 10.



Santa Rosa County District Schools

• All district and school-sponsored activities scheduled for Saturday, October 10, are canceled.
• As a reminder, Monday, October 12, is a Planning Day and there is no school for students that day.

211 Community Resources & Non-Emergency Assistance

For up-to-date information on non-emergency community resources, evacuation assistance, storm shelter details, and post-storm recovery support, residents can dial 211 or visit 211nwfl.org. Provided by United Way of West Florida, 211 Northwest Florida offers free, confidential, 24/7 support connecting residents to critical services before, during, and after severe weather events.

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