Bridges likely to close at times, Emergency Services may temporarily cease service throughout the day

News from Flagler County Emergency Management on September 29, 2022 at 7:20 a.m.

In response to rapidly changing weather conditions, residents should shelter-in-place throughout the day on Thursday, likely into Friday.

The bridges to and from the barrier island will likely close at times, as winds reach or exceed 45 mph.

Additionally, it is highly likely that emergency services will temporarily cease service, particularly on the barrier island, as conditions warrant. Expect this to occur intermittently throughout the day.

“We have to close the bridges and suspend services for safety reasons once wind speeds reach 45 mph, and we have begun to approach that threshold multiple times this morning,” said Emergency Management Director Jonathan Lord. “It is important for residents to know we may not have the ability to send our first responders across the bridge, or into severe storm conditions, should individuals require assistance.”

Once the winds diminish, services will resume, and public works teams and utility crews will have the opportunity to assess conditions, handle downed electric lines, and removed debris and other hazards from the roadways.

“We cannot stress enough how important it is for everyone to be safe and stay safe,” Lord said. “We will be working diligently to get everything back to normal as quickly as possible.”

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