Flagler County (Julie Murphy): September 26, 2022 – Flagler County and the cities of Palm Coast, Flagler Beach, and Bunnell have all cancelled garbage collection for Thursday and Friday – September 29-30 – due to Hurricane Ian and expected high winds. These collection dates will not be rescheduled.

“The goal is for everything and anything that may become an airborne projectile to be put up and secured,” said Emergency Management Director Jonathan Lord. “Palm Coast and the county are urging those who have a Wednesday yard debris pick up day to get loose vegetation to the curb.”

All residents are asked to bring their cans into their garages – or otherwise secure them for those without garages – for the duration of the storm.

For Bunnell, the cancellation includes both commercial and residential routes.

Garbage collection will resume on the next regularly scheduled weekday in Palm Coast and unincorporated Flagler County, as both entities are served by Waste Pro. Flagler Beach may (not definite) make a Saturday collection if weather improves. Bunnell will resume garbage collection on Monday, October 3.

Officials recommend having seven days’ worth of supplies such as food, water, and medication. Test flashlights and radios and be sure to replace outdated batteries. To find additional details on what else should be included in a disaster supply kit, as well as evacuation zone information, and the Disaster Preparedness Guide, visit www.flaglercounty.gov/emergency.

At the www.flaglercounty.gov/emergency website, residents can sign up for the ALERTFlagler notification system, directly accessible at www.flaglercounty.gov/alertflagler. Anyone with special medical needs – such as those who are medically electrically dependent, or who require daily home medical care – should register for the Special Needs Evacuation Assistance Program, which can be accessed at www.flaglercounty.gov/special_needs.

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City of Palm Coast Facilities to Close Tuesday at Noon, Garbage Services Suspended Thursday and Friday

Palm Coast (Brittany Kershaw) – In preparation for Hurricane Ian, the City of Palm Coast will close all City facilities on Tuesday, September 27 at 12 p.m. through September 30, due to expected impacts in the area. This includes all activities at City Hall, the Palm Coast Community Center, the Utility Office, the Palm Harbor Golf Course, and the Palm Coast Tennis Center.

City staff will be working through the Emergency Operations Center at City Hall to monitor and respond to the storm throughout the duration of the event.

Also, the city’s Customer Service division will have phone lines open for 24 hours until the storm has passed beginning at 7 a.m. on Tuesday, September 27. The City has activated its emergency website in preparation for the storm and pertinent storm-related information can be found on the main page at PalmCoast.gov.

The Customer Service phone number is 386-986-2360 or residents can submit a ticket through Palm Coast Connect.

Additionally, with tropical storm force winds expected as early as Thursday morning, garbage collection has been suspended for Thursday and Friday. The next pick-up day will be the regularly scheduled day next week, weather-dependent. Yard debris collection will take place on Wednesday, as usual. There should be no debris left outside by 6 p.m. Wednesday evening. Residents are encouraged to bring their garbage cans inside the garage or secured for the duration of the storm.

Sandbag operations are ongoing Monday until 6 p.m. and Tuesday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. at three locations throughout Palm Coast:

  • Palm Coast Public Works Yard, 1 Wellfield Grade, off U.S. 1 just north of Palm Coast Parkway, Palm Coast.
  • Daytona State College, 3000 Palm Coast Parkway SE, Palm Coast.
  • Indian Trails Sports Complex, 5455 Belle Terre Pkwy, Palm Coast

In the event of a power outage, if the residence uses a PEP tank system, conserve water as much as possible. Water usage during these times could risk waste backing up into homes. PEP systems rely on electricity to pump the waste out to the sewer system. Learn more about PEP tanks during a storm here: https://www.palmcoast.gov/emergency/pep-tanks-during-a-storm

For more information go to PalmCoast.gov and follow the official City of Palm Coast social media sites at: Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

Stay informed with the latest news and information from the City of Palm Coast by following us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, and LinkedIn. You can sign up for weekly updates by visiting www.palmcoastgov.com/government/city-manager/week-in-review.

Mayor Alfin Signs Emergency Proclamation for City of Palm Coast

Palm Coast (Brittney Kershaw) – On September 26, Mayor David Alfin signed a proclamation declaring a local state of emergency for the City of Palm Coast, as Hurricane Ian poses a threat to Florida. Watch the declaration here.

By issuing the proclamation for the local state of emergency, it allows the City to obtain resources on an emergency basis. It also allows for state and federal resources to quickly flow to the area.

Gov. Ron DeSantis issued Executive Order 22-218 on Saturday, September 24, declaring a state of emergency for all 67 counties in Florida.

At this time, the City of Palm Coast is monitoring Hurricane Ian and preparing for any possible impacts it may bring to the area. The City has activated the emergency mode on the website to provide vital information easily to residents.

The City of Palm Coast will staff its call center for residents beginning Tuesday at 7 a.m. Residents are highly encouraged to use Palm Coast Connect to submit a case before calling the phone number. If you need to call Customer Service, the number to call is 386-986-2360.

Sandbag operations are ongoing Monday until 6 p.m. and Tuesday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. at three locations throughout Palm Coast:

  • Palm Coast Public Works Yard, 1 Wellfield Grade, off U.S. 1 just north of Palm Coast Parkway, Palm Coast.
  • Daytona State College, 3000 Palm Coast Parkway SE, Palm Coast.
  • Indian Trails Sports Complex, 5455 Belle Terre Pkwy, Palm Coast

For more information go to PalmCoast.gov and follow the official City of Palm Coast social media sites at: Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

Stay informed with the latest news and information from the City of Palm Coast by following us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, and LinkedIn. You can sign up for weekly updates by visiting www.palmcoastgov.com/government/city-manager/week-in-review.

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