DeSoto County FL Emergency Management

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[NWS Tampa Bay @NWSTampaBay]

⚠Heads up!⚠

A developing storm system in the Gulf is expected to bring some poor weather to our area for the next couple days. Possible hazards include:

- Strong to Severe Storms ⛈
- Minor Coastal Flooding ♒
- Poor Marine Conditions ���🚩

#WeatherReady #FLwx

[NWS Tampa Bay @NWSTampaBay]

🚨 Strong cold front approaching the peninsula could bring severe weather conditions into the area Thursday/Friday! 🚨

Here is what we need to prepare for...⛈️🌬️🌪️

#FLwx

[DeSoto County FL Emergency Management @DeSotoCountyEM]

@DeSotoCountyFL DeSoto County Fire Rescue cordially invites you to attend a 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony on Saturday, Sept 11, 2021, on the DeSoto County Courthouse lawn.

[DeSoto County FL Emergency Management @DeSotoCountyEM]

Share with someone you know that may need the #monoclonalantibodies therapy! These sites are open 9 AM to 5 PM daily.
#desotocountyfl #COVID19

[DeSoto County FL Emergency Management @DeSotoCountyEM]

@DeSotoCountyFL Share with someone you know that may need the #monoclonalantibodies therapy! These sites are open 9 AM to 5 PM daily.
#desotocountyfl #COVID19

[DeSoto County FL Emergency Management @DeSotoCountyEM]

CHANGE of PLANS! There will no longer be a Curative van rotating to different mobile testing locations throughout the county. However, there will be a Curative van parked at the library. As of right now, the testing times will be Monday-Friday from 8:30am to 4:30pm.

[FEMA @fema]

The peak of hurricane season has just begun. Now is the time to know your area’s risk for flooding.

🔹 On the coast: dangerous storm surge. Evacuate if local officials tell you to!

🔹 Inland: flooding & high winds. Be ready to shelter.

Learn more: https://t.co/YbTCtJCzgd

[DeSoto County FL Emergency Management @DeSotoCountyEM]

@DeSotoCountyFL Look for the blue van! TODAY (Tuesdays), the Curative COVID mobile testing site is at La Placita Mexicana on HWY 17. Share with someone who might need a test today.
(231 S. Brevard Ave)

[DeSoto County FL Emergency Management @DeSotoCountyEM]

Get the full briefing from the National Weather Service at https://t.co/dyeMC9aqzq

[DeSoto County FL Emergency Management @DeSotoCountyEM]

Brownville Park and boat ramp has been closed due to flooding.

[DeSoto County FL Emergency Management @DeSotoCountyEM]

As Tropical Storm Elsa arrives, a large amount of rain is forecasted for our area. If you live within a Flood Zone, you could potentially experience flooding. Horse Creek is forecasted to reach MODERATE flood stage by Friday. Residents near the Peace River and Horse Creek are ad

[DeSoto County FL Emergency Management @DeSotoCountyEM]

As Tropical Storm Elsa arrives, a large amount of rain is forecasted for our area. If you live within Flood Zone A and B, you could potentially experience some minor flooding. Residents near the Peace River and Horse Creek are advised to take the necessary precautions now.

[DeSoto County FL Emergency Management @DeSotoCountyEM]

County schools and courts are closed tomorrow due to the storm. All County buildings are open.

[DeSoto County FL Emergency Management @DeSotoCountyEM]

We will open a community shelter at the Turner Center on an as needed basis. The shelter is not open currently. If you need sheltering as a result of the storm, call Emergency Management at 863-993-4831 beginning tomorrow morning at 8:00AM

[DeSoto County FL Emergency Management @DeSotoCountyEM]

As Tropical Storm Elsa arrives, a large amount of rain is forecasted for our area. If you live within Flood Zone A and B, you could potentially experience some minor flooding. Residents near the Peace River and Horse Creek are advised to take the necessary precautions now.

[DeSoto County FL Emergency Management @DeSotoCountyEM]

Our county could have potential heavy rain and wind in the next several days. Take the necessary precautions now especially if you live in a flood zone.

[DeSoto County FL Emergency Management @DeSotoCountyEM]

Tropical Storm Elsa is forecasted to possibly impact our area late Monday or early Tuesday. Take necessary precautions now. For a list of needed supplies, please visit our website at https://t.co/yTcg6FJBKW