This is a transcript of a press conference regarding the aftermath of Hurricane Idalia in Florida:
- Governor Jeanette Nunez, Director Kevin Guthrie, and Department of Children and Family Secretary Siobhan Harris provide an update on the situation.
- 48 hours after landfall, there are about 91,000 power outages across the state, with 476,000 accounts restored since the storm hit.
- The counties with the most power outages are Taylor, Madison, Lafayette, Hamilton, Suwanee, Jefferson, and Dixie.
- Duke Energy reports that 95% of its customers will have power restored by tonight in certain counties.
- Meal distribution points (PODs) are set up in nine locations across impacted areas, offering food, water, ice, and tarps.
- Non-profit groups like Operation Barbecue have also set up meal distribution sites.
- Big-box stores in the area are open, including Walmart, Publix, Winn-Dixie, and Lowe's.
- Walmart is establishing a One-Stop shop in Perry, offering food supplies, showers, laundry, and more.
- The Department of Children and Families is setting up a Family Resource Center in Perry.
- Florida Commerce is opening the Emergency Bridge Loan program to help businesses affected by the disaster.
- A mobile center for Florida Commerce is deployed to Horseshoe Beach to assist businesses.
- The state is coordinating with the private sector to provide support and resources.
- Family Resource Support Centers (FRSC) are being set up in Madison, Taylor, and Suwanee counties to provide assistance and resources to individuals and families.
- The "Hope Bus" will allow Hope Navigators to travel to areas with greater needs and provide support.
- The Florida Disaster Fund is open for contributions at floridadisasterfund.org, with plans to expedite approval for direct assistance to those affected.
Please note that this is a detailed summary of the press conference.
Sure, here are the key facts extracted from the provided text:
1. Governor Jeanette Nunez and director Kevin Guthrie are mentioned as part of the leadership.
2. Approximately 91,000 power outages have been reported in Florida 48 hours after landfall.
3. 476,000 accounts have been restored since the storm hit.
4. Duke Energy reports 95% restoration of customers by specified timelines for various counties.
5. Meal distribution sites, including "pods," have been set up for residents in need of food, water, and supplies.
6. Big box stores like Walmart, Publix, Winn-Dixie, and Lowe's are open and running, some on generator power.
7. Walmart is establishing a One-Stop shop for residents needing food supplies, showers, laundry, etc.
8. Family Resource Support Centers have been set up in various counties to provide assistance and resources for recovery.
9. A disaster declaration has been secured for seven counties, with additional counties requested to be added.
10. The Hope bus, a new component of the Hope Florida initiative, will assist in reaching areas with greater need for support and resources.
11. The Florida Disaster Fund has been opened for contributions to assist those affected by the disaster.