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It’s a busy Monday here in the Sunshine State, so stay tuned as First Shot develops further into Shot Flight.
According to AARP, significantly fewer people in Florida over the age of 45 have contingency plans for natural disasters.
according to Investigation In a survey conducted over the summer, just 67% of respondents reported having plans for 2022, down from 75% three years ago.
“AARP Florida has been proactive in raising awareness each year about the importance of effective preparedness, and the findings of the latest AARP survey showing a significant decline in natural disaster emergency plans are concerning,” said AARP Florida. state director said. Jeff Johnson“We had planned to release the results of this investigation later in the fall, but we cannot wait to hear this warning. We urge Floridians to develop emergency plans now.”
The decline was most pronounced among homeowners, down from 71% to 55%. For households with annual household income less than her $50,000, it decreased from 71% to 59%. In individuals aged 45 to her 49, it has decreased from 74% to 58%.
The decline may be due to the influx of new residents during the COVID-19 pandemic.government Ron DeSantisRecent statements include details for new Floridians.
AARP also reported that plans to evacuate on the spot instead of evacuating increased from 55% to 61% due to lingering concerns about the COVID-19 pandemic.
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OneBlood is urgently calling for donations, especially O-negative and O-positive blood.
Senior Vice President, OneBlood Susan Forbes Said. “The most critical time for blood donation is before storms and hurricanes to maintain the blood supply during and immediately after the event.”
OneBlood encourages all eligible donors, even those of other blood types, to visit a donor center or Big Red Bus blood drive to ensure blood is available to patients in need is encouraged. To find and book a donation, please visit: oneblood.org.
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Florida State’s campus is shrinking, but kickoff is scheduled for Saturday at 3:30 PM against Wake Forest.
“We are closely monitoring forecasts regarding hurricanes and are in constant communication with both local and state authorities, as well as Wake Forest and Atlantic Coast Conference administrations,” said FSU Vice President and Director of Athletics. said Michael Alford“As always, the safety of our student-athletes, game staff and fans is our number one priority.”
night reading
–“As Hurricane Ian approaches inches closer, Gov. Ron DeSantis says ‘Be prepared, don’t panic’Via Gray Roller in Florida Politics
–“How Democrats gave DeSantis a passvia Molly Ball of Time
–“DeSantis Unofficially Elevates Election Opposition While Publicly Silenced in 2020From CNN’s Steve Contorno
–“Charlie Christo tears up DeSantis insurance failure as Ian surges toward FloridaFrom AG Gancarski of Florida Politics
–“CBO: White House Plan to Reduce Student Loan Debt Hits $400 BillionVia Jeff Stein and Daniel Douglas Gabriel of The Washington Post
–“Russia Grants Citizenship to Former NSA Contractor Edward Snowdenvia Associated Press
–“How Black Americans Reshaped Georgia PoliticsElena Mejía and Alex Samuels of FiveThirtyEight
–“Preparing for Impact: Florida Schools Close Ahead of IanFrom Andrew Atterbury of POLITICO
–“Sixth property and casualty insurer declares insolvencyVia Jim Sanders of the Florida News Service
–“In Jacksonville, Hurricane Ian may remind us of another ‘me’ stormFrom AG Gancarski of Florida Politics
–“Pinellas County mandates evacuation starting Monday nightBy Emily L. Mahoney of the Tampa Bay Times
–“Florida hardens Tampa amid flood threat from hurricaneFrom Arek Sarkissian of POLITICO
–“Baker County Jail denied attorney access to immigration detainees, according to complaintvia Michael Moline, Phoenix, Florida
–“NASA Plays It Safe, Rolls Artemis I Off Launch PadFrom Richard Tribou of Orlando Sentinel
quote of the day
“They are always refueling. …No rush to buy fuel.”
— Governor Ron DeSantison the effects of Hurricane Ian on Tampa Bay.
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