Released by Governor Ron DeSantis’ Press Office ——
Governor DeSantis also announced an additional $2.8 million in matching funds for debris removal in Mexico Beach
Bay County, Fla. – Today, Governor Ron DeSantis and Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Administrator Brock Long visited local communities in the Florida Panhandle that were heavily impacted by Hurricane Michael. Stops included Panama City, Mexico Beach and Port St. Joe.
Governor DeSantis and Administrator Long, along with Florida Chief Financial Officer Jimmy Patronis and Florida Division of Emergency Management Director Jared Moskowitz, also received a full briefing on recovery efforts at the Calhoun County Emergency Operations Center.
“Today marks my second trip to the Panhandle since taking office. Hurricane Michael may be gone but the emergency remains,” said Governor Ron DeSantis. “We thank Administrator Long for recognizing the recovery effort is far from over. We will continue to work diligently with our federal, state and local partners to support Florida families as they rebuild.”
“I am also pleased to announce that we are providing $2.8 million in matching funds for debris removal in Mexico Beach. Mexico Beach is ground zero for hurricane recovery and we will never stop fighting for Floridians that need our support.”