- April 18, 2024
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By: Julie Murphy, Flagler County public information officer
Effective at noon today, residents and visitors in Evacuation Zones A, B, and F, as well as those living in flood prone areas and mobile/manufactured homes countywide are directed to evacuate in advance of Hurricane Dorian’s impact to Flagler County.
Those residents and visitors whose evacuation plan is to leave Flagler County should do so immediately.
“Now is the time to take a deep breath and to make sure you have an emergency plan for you and your family,” Emergency Management Director Jonathan Lord said. “Being prepared helps us to help you. These are shelters of last resort so if you can stay with a friend or relative, please do so.”
Residents whose evacuation plan is to remain in Flagler County, be sure to complete your evacuation no later than 3 p.m. on Tuesday.
Bunnell Elementary – General Population and Pets
305 N. Palmetto Street, Bunnell
Rymfire Elementary – Special Needs
1425 Rymfire Drive, Palm Coast
Residents are encouraged to bring their own bedding. Single/twin size inflatable mattresses are allowed, but queen and king size mattresses will not be allowed.
All residents should bring:
· Five-day supply of all medications
· Medical supplies and equipment
· Sleeping bags, pillows, and blankets
· Extra chargers and batteries for electronics
· Headphones for music devices
· Snacks and “comfort foods” – meals will be served
· Important documents including identification, medical history, and insurance
· No weapons allowed
· No illegal narcotics allowed
· No alcohol allowed
Residents with pets (Bunnell Elementary only):
· Animals must be crated
· Animals must have current vaccination records and supplies, including medications
· “Pets” are dogs, cats, birds, rabbits, rodents, and turtles
· Four (4) pet maximum
· No snakes, reptiles or farm animals and livestock
· No drop offs
Residents with special needs (Rymfire Elementary):
· Special needs residents are those who require assistance with daily living or who have medical conditions that prevent or hinder their ability to care for themselves, as well as those who require electricity or oxygen
· A family member or caregiver should stay at the shelter with the individual
· Special needs shelters provide only limited medical care
Residents who have special medical needs (requiring daily assistances, or that prevent or hinder one’s ability to care for oneself) AND
· Live in evacuation zones: A, B, F, flood-prone areas, or mobile / manufactured homes; or
· Require electricity for medical needs, countywide;
Please to seek shelter at the Special Medical Needs Shelter on Monday.
Check for current information on Flagler County’s website www.flaglercounty.org, and follow “Flagler County Government” or “Flagler County Emergency Management on Facebook or Twitter. The county’s social media team will provide updates through these official accounts:
