Tropical Storm Idalia Expected to Impact Volusia, Flagler Counties

The path of Tropical Storm Idalia  is now expected to include Volusia and Flagler counties, according to leading meteorologists. Residents of both counties are urged by local officials to begin making preparations for strong winds over the next few days. As of Monday afternoon both Volusia and Flagler Counties are under a local Tropical Storm Watch. Governor Ron DeSantis has amended an already-declared state of emergency to now also include both counties. The state government is mobilizing 1,100 Florida National Guard personnel, 25 Florida Department of Law Enforcement officers, 300 Florida Highway Patrol Troopers, and a fleet of Florida Fish & Wildlife vehicles to assist in hurricane response. The latest figures from the National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) forecast tropical storm-force winds to arrive in the Volusia/Flagler area some time between Tuesday evening and Wednesday morning. A tropical storm watch has been issued for much of Florida’s east coast from Jacksonville to around Melbourne. “This is potentially a serious situation for Volusia County,” said Volusia Emergency Management Director Clint Mecham. “We encourage everyone to monitor weather reports, make a family plan, and consider stocking a disaster supply kit.” “We urge all of our residents to complete preparations, on Monday, as if a Category 1 hurricane is approaching our area,” said Flagler County Emergency Management Director Jonathan Lord. “Even if our impacts will likely be more tropical storm-like.” Coastal residents should frequently monitor evacuation alerts in their area, in the event emergency officials deem it necessary. Updates are also expected from the Volusia County School District and Flagler Schools on potential class cancellations, if the situation rises to that level. Sandbag Resources Below is a list of sandbag locations as of Monday afternoon in Volusia and Flagler counties. Please note, sand pile stations are self-serve only, and many locations ask for proof of residency. FLAGLER COUNTY: Bunnell 6108 Mahogany Blvd Monday, 3:00pm – 7:00pm Tuesday, 10:00am – 7:00pm Flagler Beach 915 N Central Ave Monday 2:00pm – Tuesday 7:00pm (sand pile) Palm Coast 30 Bay Drive Monday, 3:00pm – 7:00pm Tuesday, 10:00am – 7:00pm VOLUSIA COUNTY: Daytona Beach 11 Bellevue Ave Monday, 9:00am – 5:00pm Tuesday, TBD Daytona Beach Shores 3050 S Atlantic Ave Monday, 12:00pm – 4:30pm Tuesday, 8:00am – 4:30pm DeBary 12 Colomba Road Monday, 8:00am – 8:00 pm Tuesday, 8:00am – 8:00pm DeLand 2560 W. SR-44 Monday, 7:00am – 5:30pm Tuesday, 7:00am – 5:30pm 601 S Woodland Blvd Monday, 3:00pm – 7:00 pm Tuesday, TBD Deltona 191 Howland Blvd Monday, 12:00pm – 6:00pm Tuesday, 8:00am – 6:00pm 2931 Day Road Monday, 8:00am – 6:00pm Tuesday, 8:00am – 6:00pm Edgewater 2628 Hibiscus Drive Monday, open 24 hours (sand pile) Tuesday, open 24 hours (sand pile) 901 Mango Tree Drive Monday, 3:30pm – 6:30pm Tuesday, 7:30am – 6:30pm New Smyrna Beach 2335 Sunset Drive Monday, 12:00pm – 6:00pm Tuesday, 7:00am – 6:00pm Orange City 1201 S Leavitt Ave Monday, 9:00am – 7:00pm Ormond Beach 440 N Nova Rd Monday, 9:00am – 9:00pm (sand pile) Tuesday, 9:00am – 9:00pm (sand pile) Osteen 200 SR-415 Monday, 7:00am – 5:30pm Tuesday, 7:00am – 5:30pm Ponce Inlet 4670 S Peninsula Drive Monday, 12:00pm – 6:00pm Tuesday, 9:00am – 6:00pm Port Orange 4655 City Center Circle Monday, 10:30am – 8:00pm Tuesday, 8:00am – 7:00pm South Daytona 504 Big Tree Road Monday, 12:00pm – 6:00pm