The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is preparing for Hurricane Isaias and has mobilized all available resources to assist with storm preparation and recovery.
Executive Orders
In advance of Hurricane Isaias, Governor Ron DeSantis issued Executive Order 26-202 and Executive Order 26-211 declaring a state of emergency for 27 Florida counties.
DEP Emergency Final Orders
DEP issued Emergency Final Order 26-2105 and Emergency Procurement Order 26-2104 which remove barriers for expediting necessary repair, replacement and restoration of structures, including coastal structures, equipment, surface water management systems, works and other systems that may be damaged by the storm.
Florida State Parks Closures
For a list of Florida State Parks that are closed due to the storm’s effects, please visit FloridaStateParks.org/StormUpdates.
Statewide Response
Information about DEP and environmental issues commonly encountered after a hurricane.
Air Resource Management
Beaches
Storm-Generated Debris
Water Resource Management
DEP authorizations, emergency orders, news and updates.
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