Executive Director for
@FLSERT
. Committed to ensuring that Florida is prepared to respond to emergencies, recover from them, and mitigate against their impacts.
I stand with Governor
@RonDeSantis
. I have witnessed firsthand during every hurricane, fire, and disaster Florida faces, he leads and delivers tremendous results. We need strong, results driven leadership in this country now more than ever!
#withDesantis
We understand how critical the shrimping industry is here in SWFL and that’s why
@GovRonDeSantis
directed me to do everything necessary to get these boats back in the water. I want to thank all those who are working tirelessly to make that happen.
#FloridaStrong
From the tragic condo collapse in Surfside to the destructive Hurricane Ian, Kevin Guthrie has led emergency response efforts with leadership and skill.
It is my pleasure to announce that he will be returning as the Director of
@FLSERT
in our second term!
Proud to stand with
@GovRonDeSantis
&
@FDOT_Secretary
this morning as we re-opened the Sanibel Causeway to the public.
@FLSERT
will continue to be present every step of the way as this community begins their long-term recovery efforts.
This morning, I joined
@GovRonDeSantis
to provide a briefing on
#HurricaneIdalia
.
@FLSERT
stands ready to respond and provide recovery resources to impacted counties in the immediate aftermath of the storm.
Follow
@FLSERT
for continued updates.
This morning, I took an aerial tour of the damage at Sanibel Island.
@FLSERT
remains committed to providing support and seeing this community through the recovery process.
I am on the ground in Ocala, Florida where a tornado has damaged vehicles and property. These are photos of some of the damage in the Saddleworth Green apartment complex.
The Florida Division of Emergency Management,
@FLSERT
is committed to supporting local response efforts.
I’ve ordered FL Division of Emergency Management Director Kevin Guthrie to bring swift accountability for the test of the emergency alert system in the wee hours of the morning. This was a completely inappropriate use of this system.
Stay tuned.
When you’re on a long term deployment in the field with a caffeine headache and a diet Dr. Pepper comes out when you least expect it….
Appreciate you,
@JaredEMoskowitz
!
Today I deployed to SW Florida to assist with the response and recovery efforts from the severe weather and tornadoes.
@FLSERT
will continue to provide support to local emergency management offices and ensure all available resources are being used to assist impacted residents.
Thank you for having me this morning,
@foxweather
! Now is the time to prepare, visit for more information and tips on how to make a plan ahead of any potential storms.
This afternoon I spent time with FL USAR Task Force 5 - thank you to these brave individuals for their selfless work during the response to
#HurricaneIan
.
Day 365 in the activation for COVID-19 for
@FLSERT
. Thank you for your service to the State. Thank you family members of the F-SERT members for sacrifice. Humbled, honored, and proud to be your SERT Chief and Deputy Director and soon to be Director.
As we reflect on the 1-year anniversary of
#HurricaneIan
I want to emphasize the progress we’ve made - we rebuilt homes, built bridges, repaired infrastructure and most importantly, restored hope.
Thank you for inviting me back to commemorate & celebrate the resiliency of SWFL.
Today, I want to call out two
@FLSERT
employees who chose this holiday season to serve those that were impacted by the tornadoes. Paige and Claudia thank you for your service, especially on this holiday, to the Division & those in Kentucky. Please help me say thank you these two.
Today I met with the Oregon Incident Management Team, who is assisting us in our
#HurricaneIan
response & recovery efforts.
Thank you to the countless responders from other states who have come to our aid in our time of need. Rest assured we are getting the right things done.
This week, I’ve been on the road meeting with counties impacted by Hurricane
#Idalia
. I want to thank the men and women who have worked tirelessly to clear debris, restore power, and support their communities on the road to recovery.
I’m back at the SEOC for the state’s
#Elsa
response.
@FLSERT
is working around the clock to ensure counties are ready. I also spoke with EM directors in coastal counties & let them know the state is prepared to support them. Floridians are in good hands & should begin storm prep.
My thoughts are with
@FLCaseyDeSantis
,
@GovRonDeSantis
and their entire family during this difficult time. We are all praying for you and will support you in this fight.
With September marking the historical peak of hurricane season, now is the time for everyone to finalize their emergency plans and disaster preparedness kits. Thank you,
@LtGovNunez
and
@Lowes
, for having me today to highlight this important message.
This year,
@GovRonDeSantis
signed the largest tax relief package in Florida’s history, extending the annual disaster preparedness sales tax holiday from one to two 14-day holidays.
Beginning Aug. 26 - Sept. 8, you can purchase supplies tax free.
SW 15th Avenue in the Edgewood neighborhood is completely passable, with no standing water at all. Most of the payment is completely dry.
The Division will continue our operation throughout this area, and we'll keep monitoring the potential incoming rain this evening.
Day 3 of operations in the Edgewood neighborhood.
@FLSERT
Exceutive Director
@KevinGuthrieFL
works with
#FlaWARN
networks of mutual aid to continue the mission of pumping out floodwaters.
I’m currently in Broward County assisting local officials on response and recovery efforts.
@FLSERT
has deployed a team to assist with damage assessments and stands ready to provide additional resources as requested.
In response to the devastating floods in Kentucky, I've deployed
@FLSERT
to support response and recovery efforts in the most impacted areas through the Emergency Management Assistance Compact.
Florida stands ready to assist Kentucky.
The Division is prepared to support all response efforts for
#Elsa
& the Surfside Building Collapse. We have some of the best emergency management professionals in the country who have implemented multiple co-response plans. We will not leave our local partners at Surfside.
Thank you for having me this morning,
@JimCantore
!
@FLSERT
remains in action as we prepare for Hurricane
#Ian
. Listen to your local Emergency Managers, heed all evacuation warnings.
Thank you for your service & leadership these last two years. Looking forward to continuing the important work
@FLSERT
is doing as we continue to respond to COVID-19 in the state & enter the 2021 Hurricane Season.
Crews work to remove the last 8-10" of street flooding from Houston Street and Arizona Avenue in Melrose Park.
These crews have removed over 100k gallons overnight! Great work!
SW 15th Avenue in the Edgewood neighborhood is completely passable, with no standing water at all. Most of the payment is completely dry.
The Division will continue our operation throughout this area, and we'll keep monitoring the potential incoming rain this evening.
Yesterday, I met with
@FLGuard
as they deployed to Texas. I want to thank these hardworking men and women for their service to aid in Texas’ border security crisis.
Congratulations to
@MonroeCounty
on the groundbreaking of their new Emergency Operations Center in Marathon! Together, we will continue to enhance our disaster response and build a more resilient Florida. It all begins at the local level.
#FloridaStrong
I’ll be on the
@weatherchannel
today to discuss how the state is preparing for
#Fred
& how residents can stay safe. As we start to see impacts from Fred this afternoon, Floridians in the Panhandle should turn on weather alerts, monitor local news outlets & follow
@FLSERT
.
This is a first of its kind Thanksgiving. First w/o my mom, first with my wife Polly, first as DEM Director. A year of the highest of highs & the lowest of lows. To family, the employees I have the honor of working with & those who helped me get to where I am today, THANK YOU!!!
🦃 The Division wishes all Floridians a happy & safe Thanksgiving! We are always thankful for the dedication & hard work of our FDEM & State Emergency Response Team members year-round.
Let us know what you're thankful for in the comments below! ⬇️
I’m on-scene in Hosford. Liberty County EM Director Rhonda Lewis told me that the emergency alert saved lives and allowed students at Hosford Elementary to take cover in time.
As we expect continued severe weather, I encourage everyone to turn & keep on local weather alerts.
The
@FLSERT
Executive Team (missing
@samanthabequer
) had a great time at the Governor’s Mansion with
@GovRonDeSantis
. Happy holidays from us to you. Please have a safe holiday season!
Proud to be leading this hardworking group of emergency management professionals. They’ve been pulling long hours since Thursday, and I’m appreciative of their work.
FDEM personnel are wrapping up another day at the
#SurfsideBuildingCollapse
.
Division personnel have been on site since early Thursday morning. We stand ready to assist our local and federal partners & will remain on site as long we’re needed.
The state is committed to ensuring all individuals impacted by the collapse have the support they need. This site has resources available for families, survivors and first responders.
The Surfside Community is resilient — federal, state, local, private sector and nonprofit partners have come together to ensure survivors, families and first responders receive support to persevere. If you or a loved one need help, please visit .
🤝 This morning, I visited
@FLHSMV
’s Forward Operations Base. Thank you for all of your hard work and continued efforts supporting the response to
#HurricanIan
!
🎤 Today, I was honored to welcome communications teams from FL state agencies to discuss their role in supporting Floridians during disasters & provide a tour of our State Emergency Operations Center.
@FLSERT
values state partnerships & stands ready to respond to any hazard!
I want to thank
@LtGovNunez
&
@femaregion4
for joining us
@FloridaGHC
to highlight the importance of preparedness ahead of the 2023 Hurricane Season.
@FloridaGHC
provides local & state officials with a great opportunity to come together for 300+ hours of training & workshops.
This morning, I shared information about family communication plans & disaster preparedness with students in
@LeonSchools
.
Disaster planning starts at home - involving your children in this process helps reduce fear and increase your child’s confidence when a disaster strikes.
Today, FDEM Director
@KevinGuthrieFL
briefed
@POTUS
on the state’s latest response efforts for the Surfside Building Collapse.
➡️ The state is working closely with the federal government to provide support for our local partners. Read more -
Today, I was humbled to be recognized in person for the 2021 Bob Lay Emergency Management Award at the Governors Hurricane Conference,
#GHC2022
for outstanding leadership, professionalism, and dedication to
@FLSERT
and the state for COVID-19 and an active hurricane season. (1/2)
I remain in constant communication with EM Directors in Gulf, Liberty, and Calhoun Counties. We will continue to share weather updates as our Meteorologists monitor tornado activity.
Please stay safe and seek shelter immediately if you are under a tornado warning!
Thanks to the great team
@TDEM
for their full show of support throughout the State of Florida in all areas of response and recovery for
#HurricaneIan
. We're all in this together!
I remain in contact with
@PBCDEM
in response to severe weather in Palm Beach County.
@FLSERT
stands ready to provide assistance and resources as requested.
“Monoclonal antibody treatments are a very good therapy for folks that develop COVID-19. It’ll save your life and keep you out of the hospital.” – Dr. Kenneth Scheppke, FDEM Chief Medical Officer
I worked alongside Courtney throughout the state’s COVID-19 response. She is a dedicated & passionate public servant, with a very bright career ahead of her. Wishing Courtney the best of luck in her next steps. Thank you for your friendship and leadership, Courtney!
This morning I attended the first service back at Sanibel Community Church since Hurricane
#Ian
made landfall. We appreciate partnerships with our faith-based organizations and the important role they play in disaster recovery.
#FloridaStrong
#SanibelStrong
This morning I met with Florida’s Chief Resilience Officer,
@Wesley_R_Brooks
in the State EOC. I look forward to continuing our work to create a more resilient state.
Today,
@FLSERT
came together to light our Christmas tree in celebration of the holidays. Staff contributed ornaments and decorations to help get in the holiday spirit!
I want to thank everyone at the Division for their continued work leading our response to
#Ian
&
#Nicole
.
Special announcement! Executive Director Kevin Guthrie from the Florida Division of Emergency Management will be live on our Daily Brew tonight at 7pm ET. Tune in to find out the latest on Idalia, and general information to help you with the storm.
@FLSERT
The tropics are getting more active, but the State Emergency Response Team is working through the weekend to ensure Floridians are prepared. I want to thank all the SERT personnel who are working today & are always ready to respond.
🌀 Good morning from the State Emergency Operations Center! This morning, the SEOC activated to a Level 2 for the
#Fred
response.
➡️ Yesterday,
@GovRonDeSantis
issued a State of Emergency for counties that could be impacted. Learn more -
In 2022,
@FLSERT
went above & beyond to help Floridians recover from recent disasters. From tornadoes & wildfires to hurricanes Ian & Nicole, I’m proud of the actions our team has taken to create a more resilient FL.
Read more about our historic year -
Under the leadership of
@GovRonDeSantis
,
@FLSERT
has successfully coordinated transportation for Americans stranded in Israel.
I want to thank our staff for their work to welcome these individuals home and provide critical resources to assist their transition back to the U.S.
Thank you
@FEMA_Deanne
, as well as our faith-based partners for meeting yesterday to discuss outreach and how to best serve our underserved communities as they continue to recover from
#Hurricanelan
.
Had the pleasure of sending off the team before they left for Louisiana. Proud of this team for quickly responding to the call for assistance and wishing them safe travels.
Today, FL’s Region 3 All-Hazards Incident Management team deployed from the State Emergency Operations Center & are headed to Louisiana to assist with
#Ida
efforts. FDEM is proud to support our partners
@GOHSEP
&
@MSEMA
as they begin their recovery process.
Safe travels, IMT-R3!
Glad I was able to meet with some local EM offices this week. All disasters begin at the local level and Floridians should be assured that they have talented EM professionals in their communities who are ready to respond to any disaster.
🤝 As we continue through hurricane season, Director
@KevinGuthrieFL
has been meeting with local emergency management offices throughout the state to discuss how we can strengthen state & local EM partnerships.
This week, he met with 11 counties. Thank you for having us!
Thank you to the
@FLGuard
aircrew from B/1-185th Aviation, the “Privateers,” for flying me to isolated areas on Sanibel Island and Fort Myers Beach on Friday and for their continued support and rapid relief efforts for Hurricane Ian survivors.
The incredible coordination between local, state and federal partners led to record-breaking speed in our response to Hurricane
#Ian
.
I want to give a special thank you to our Recovery Bureau, who continue their work building innovative solutions in our swift recovery efforts.
It was a great week connecting with everyone. Floridians have dedicated County EM Directors who are committed to ensuring their communities are prepared and ready to respond to any hazard. There’s a lot to look forward to in the future of emergency management!
🤝 This week, FDEM hosted the County EM Directors Workshop in Ocala. This conference was an opportunity to connect with all 67 county emergency managers, discuss the future of emergency management & strengthen state and local partnerships.
Thank you to everyone who attended!
Thank you to
@foxweather
for inviting me to speak about FL Severe Weather Awareness Week.
I encourage Floridians to follow
@FLSERT
to learn more about the various hazards that impact our state - it's not just hurricanes!
➡️ Check out my full interview at
Please join us as we celebrate the third annual Emergency Management Day!
@FLSERT
staff will be passing out informational materials on the second floor of the Capitol, including weather radios!
We kicked off our 3rd Annual
#EMDayFL
by sharing lessons learned in emergency management & ways we will continue to build a more resilient FL.
Thank you to
@LtGovNunez
&
@Kathleen4SWFL
for speaking to our EM professionals & for your continued support!
.
@GovRonDeSantis
’ Freedom First Budget shows his continued commitment to disaster preparedness & recovery. The Division has definitely had a busy year, but under the Governor’s leadership Florida will continue to be a leader in emergency management.
My full statement below:
Today at the
@NatHurricaneCon
, I spoke on
@FLSERT
’s mission, vision, core values, priorities, and the enhancements to our Recovery Program in 2022 and 2023. Proud to share the work the Division is doing to lead the way and set the example in Emergency Management.
#NHC2022
Under the leadership of
@GovRonDeSantis
, DEM is arranging chartered flights for Floridians needing safe transportation from Israel - completely free of charge.
If you’re in need of evacuation, please visit and fill out the form.
Many thanks to
@TeamRubicon
for their time & dedication to helping folks impacted by
#HurricaneIan
, like our honored veteran Charlie.
Thanks to their hard work on relief & recovery efforts, we were able to help Charlie get his power back on & clean out debris.
I was honored to speak today at the 2023
@FloridaPIOs
Symposium & meet with talented Public Information Officers from around the state.
PIOs are a vital part of emergency responses & I thank them for their hard work providing Floridians with critical info in times of need.
The Division worked through the weekend to launch this portal because we know these donations will change the lives of disaster survivors. We’re proud to support this effort and help Floridians recover from extensive devastation.
Visit for more info.
Today, the State of Florida launched a donation portal to provide immediate relief for disaster survivors impacted by the recent tornadoes in Charlotte & Lee counties.
➡️ The donation portal is now available. Learn more:
🤝 Today, I met with
@FDOT_Secretary
Jared Perdue to discuss the state’s preparations for the 2022 Hurricane Season.
@FLSERT
appreciates our continued partnership to ensure we support Floridians during potential storms.
I was excited & honored to be a guest on the
@FCCManagers
podcast this week. We discussed best practices for local governments to implement before, during & after a storm.
Thank you again FCCMA for inviting me as a guest speaker! Looking forward to hearing the episode.
Tropical Storm Claudette is expected to bring severe weather to the Panhandle this weekend. Residents in these areas should have a way to receive weather warnings, follow all local orders and monitor local news outlets for updates.
⛈ Tropical Storm
#Claudette
is expected to bring flash flooding & tornado threats to the Panhandle.
Remember: It is NEVER safe to drive or walk into flooded waters. If you approach a flooded road turn around, don’t drown.
Today, I met with
@USACEHQ
Major General Graham & his team in Lee County.
Thank you for all of your hard work to help Floridians in their time of need.
➡️ If you have roof damage from
#HurricaneIan
, get assistance by visiting or calling (888)-766-3258.
I was honored to be at
@Homestead_ARB
today with
@LtGovNunez
to highlight the significance of the lessons learned from Hurricane Andrew.
FL is now a national leader in emergency management & we will continue to improve & become more resilient in the face of future disasters.
I want to take a moment to thank all
@FLSERT
employees for their hard work & dedication to Florida each and every day. FDEM would not be successful without this great team.
Again, THANK YOU!
❤️ Today, the Division is proud to celebrate National Employee Appreciation Day! We are thankful for our incredible staff who work hard every day to build prepared & resilient communities.
Thank you for everything you do to keep Floridians safe!
#NationalEmployeeAppreciationDay
We were honored to host our Brazilian counterparts Lt Col Daniel and Major Frank of the Civil Defense of Rio Grande Do Sul, Brazil.
They observed and interacted with us as we practiced a multi-day training exercise preparing
@FLSERT
for future readiness capabilities.
Thank you again to our partners at
@FLCRNA
for their hard work & thank you to the more than 3,300 volunteer nurses statewide who supported vaccination efforts. Every volunteer had an incredible impact in their communities.
🩺 This week, FDEM Dir.
@KevinGuthrieFL
recognized our partners at
@FLCRNA
for their support in recruiting volunteer nurses for vaccine sites throughout the state. Through this partnership, the state had more than 3,300 volunteers statewide.
Thank you for all of your hard work!
On Friday we wear RED!
♦️Remember
🪖Everyone
♦️Deployed
Especially one of our own at
@FLSERT
, Tim Walker who is currently deployed in Europe with the
@FLGuard
.
#RedFriday
This Veteran’s Day, The Division recognizes and thanks all veterans, including those who have supported and who are currently supporting the Division and State Emergency Response Team.
🇺🇸 Thank you for your service!
This afternoon, I met with Fort Myers Beach officials to discuss ongoing recovery efforts. The Division remains committed to seeing this community, and all impacted communities, through the recovery process.
Thank you,
@FEMA
for approving our request for Individual and Public Assistance for residents and counties impacted by
#HurricaneNicole
. Apply online at , on the FEMA App, or call 800-621-3362.
As we commemorate the 79th anniversary of
#DDay
, the largest land, sea, and air invasion, I want to take a moment to honor the members of the Greatest Generation for their selfless service to our nation.
On the anniversary of D-Day, we remember the brave men who gave their lives to protect our nation against great evil.
Their sacrifice will not be forgotten.
This week, I visited
@femaregion4
for a Regional Interagency Steering Committee Meeting, where state & tribal leaders discussed disaster prep, response & recovery plans.
@FLSERT
values our interagency partnerships & stands ready to provide assistance needed for future disasters.
Great week representing
@FLSERT
at the
#NEMAmidyear2022
conference. I was honored to speak about Florida’s emergency preparedness, disaster recovery outcomes and Florida leading the nation in our mitigation efforts.
This year, DEM has responded to incidents, continued to push out recovery funding and supported mitigation projects statewide. I’m proud of our employees’ work and how they served Floridians this year.
In 2021, the Division responded to disasters in our state, supported other states through mutual aid & remained committed to long-term recovery efforts to assist communities impacted by recent disasters.
➡️ Read more about FDEM's 2021 accomplishments:
This evening I participated in a Town Hall Meeting at the City of
@CapeCoral
, with representatives from
@fema
and
@SBAgov
. Thank you to all who came to listen and ask questions!
🌪I am headed to Ocala, Florida to assess the reports of a
#tornado
damaging infrastructure and residences. It is unknown as to the extent of the damage at this time.
#weather
OCALA, FLORIDA DAMGE: Possible Tornado...
From the Ocala PD:
Multiple buildings and vehicles near the 3900 block of SR 200 are damaged due to a tornado. No injuries reported at this time. All lanes on SR 200 from SW 38 Ct. and SW 43 St. Rd. Are blocked. Please avoid the area.
I am grateful to work alongside an incredible team built of talented emergency management professionals, who are dedicated to the safety and protection of all Floridians before, during, and after a disaster. (2/2)
#GHC2022
Last week, I met with
@FloridaFellows
Class XIX to discuss how the State Emergency Operations Center works during a disaster response. Thanks for touring our facility and for your interest in the Division.
Florida has a bright future with these students!