Damage assessments underway in St. Johns County

St. Johns County experienced significant impacts from Hurricane Ian. Although the storm has moved from the area, residents who evacuated are urged to wait before returning. There are numerous trees and powerlines down, and flooding throughout the county causing hazardous conditions.
Officials are assessing the damage and crews are removing debris as quickly as possible; however this process will take some time. Residents are urged to remain indoors and those who evacuated should wait until evacuation orders are lifted before returning to their homes. Any St. Johns County residents or business owners who have storm-related structural damage from Hurricane Ian or permitting questions should call the St. Johns County Building Services Structural Hotline at 904-827-6836.
For residents and business owners within the city of St. Augustine limits, call 904-209-4327.
For updates on recovery efforts in St. Johns County, visit www.sjcfl.us/hurricane or call the St. Johns County Emergency Management Citizen Information Line at 904-824-5550.