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Clay County opens shelters and amplifies storm response as Hurricane Milton nears
Summary
With Hurricane Milton projected to bring multi‑day wind and rain, Clay County opened four shelters, staffed the EOC and staged debris sites; emergency management warned of potential river and creek flooding and urged voluntary evacuations for low‑lying areas.
Clay County emergency managers briefed commissioners Oct. 8 on preparations for Hurricane Milton, announcing shelter openings, evacuation guidance for flood‑prone areas and logistical steps to protect residents and critical infrastructure.
Emergency Management Director Timothy Devon said models showed the storm slowing and extending the impact window, with a most‑likely rainfall projection of 4–6 inches and a worse‑case 6–8 inches. He told commissioners the North Prong of Black Creek could crest near 20 feet in the scenario described, which would inundate some low‑lying homes. "We…
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