TAVARES – Lake County will complete its first pass of Hurricane Irma storm debris collection on county maintained roads by Nov. 30, then will begin the second pass to include both storm-related vegetative debris and construction debris.…
FEMA Opening Mobile Disaster Recovery Center
TAVARES, Fla - The Federal Emergency Management Agency, better known as FEMA, has announced it will be opening a mobile Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) for Lake County residents and businesses. The DRC is intended to help…
Officials Launch “Operation Blue Roof” for Lake &…
TAVARES, Fla. - The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, FEMA and the Florida Division of Emergency Management is offering “Operation Blue Roof” to Lake County residents. Operation Blue Roof provides a temporary covering of blue plastic sheeting…
Water distribution site is open for Astor residents…
TAVARES — Lake County has opened a point of distribution for water for Astor residents at the Astor Boat Ramp, 55400 Butler St. until 7 p.m. today and from 7 a.m. – 7 p.m. tomorrow. The…
Lake County Firefighters Rescue Astor Residents and Pets
ASTOR, Fla. - Lake County firefighters rescued two Astor residents and their pets after they became trapped in their home due to flooding. The residents, who were under a volutanry evacuation, decided to try to…
DCF Announces Release of Food Stamp Benefits Within…
FLORIDA - The Department of Children and Families announced on Wednesday it will be releasing food stamp benefits early to help benefit recipients prepare for Hurricane Irma. "Attention: To help families prepare for Hurricane Irma,…
DCF Monitoring Hurricane Irma to Determine Early Release…
FLORIDA - While Hurricane Irma makes her wy toward the Sunshine State, many residents are struggling to prepare by stocking up on water and non-perishable foods. However, some residents who rely on Food Stamps are…