The Flagler County government is urging residents to prepare for heavy winds when Hurricane Milton impacts the area on Wednesday. At least tropical storm strength is expected, with hurricane force possible per the county government.
“On Wednesday, we expect to see tropical storm force winds – potentially hurricane force, coastal flooding, and inland flooding due to heavy rains,” said Flagler Emergency Management Director Jonathan Lord. “We urge all of our residents to complete preparations, on Monday, as if a Category 1 Hurricane is approaching our area.”
The incoming impact of Hurricane Milton comes just days after the passage of Hurricane Helene, which ravaged other parts of the American southeast worse than Florida. Though Flagler County and the surrounding area was hit, it largely dodged a bullet compared to places like North Carolina and Tennessee.
Mandatory evacuations are a possibility on Tuesday for Flagler residents who live in RVs and mobile homes, as well as those beachside from Marineland to Flagler Beach. Though county personnel do not force residents out of their homes, evacuation under such an order is prioritized due to the strain placed on emergency response personnel.
For those in need of sandbags, five locations will be established within Flagler County. Supplies are limited to ten bags per household. Residents are asked to bring their own shovels.
Bay Drive Park (30 Bay Dr, The Hammock)
- Sunday: 12:00 pm – sunset
- Monday: 10:00 am – sunset
Flagler Beach Fire Station (320 S Flagler Ave) (Flagler Beach residents only)
- Monday: 9:00 am
Hidden Trails Community Center (6108 Mahogany Blvd, Bunnell)
- Sunday: 12:00 pm – sunset
- Monday: 10:00 am – sunset
Indian Trails Sports Complex (5455 Belle Terre Pkwy) (Palm Coast residents only)
- Sunday: 12:00 pm – sunset
- Monday: 8:00
Santa Maria Del Mar Catholic Church (915 N Central Ave, Flagler Beach) (Flagler Beach residents only)
- Monday: 9:00 am
