Hernando County Extends Local State of Emergency
and Issues Emergency Protective Measures
(Brooksville, FL) – Hernando County Emergency Management continues to monitor current weather conditions from Hurricane Milton and Hurricane Helene. PROCLAMATION NO. 2024-10 Declaration of State of Local Emergency, has been enacted by the Hernando County Board of County Commissioners. This declaration is for the fifth extension of the Local State of Emergency for Hurricane Helene and the third extension of the Local State of Emergency for Hurricane Milton.
This declaration provides Hernando County Government the authority to take action as needed to ensure the health, safety and welfare of our community. This includes making emergency purchases, obtain additional resources, renting equipment, hiring workers, utilizing volunteers, etc. The Local State of Emergency became effective on October 27, 2024, and will be in effect for seven days, or until rescinded.
Visit the Hernando County Emergency Management website at www.HernandoCounty.us/EM for all storm-related notices or call the Public Information Center at 352-754-4083.
