St. Johns County establishes text update system 

St. Johns County residents can receive text messages regarding instant updates on Hurricane Matthew relief and recovery efforts by texting “FLPREPARES” to the number 888777. For additional information, please visit www.sjcfl.us, follow the County on Facebook at www.facebook.

St. Johns County opening supply points of distribution

St. Johns County opened supply points of distribution (PODs) Saturday, Oct. 8, at the following locations:  • Pedro Menendez High School, 600 SR 206, St. Augustine; and • Nease High School, 10550 Ray Road, Ponte Vedra Beach.

St. Johns County Building Department issues structural integrity warning

The St. Johns County Building Department is actively completing evaluations of damaged structures in the county. Yellow “UNSAFE” stickers have been placed on buildings that have been deemed structurally unsafe for re-entry.

St. Johns County Building Services Hotline for residents with structural damage concerns related to Hurricane Matthew 

St. Johns County has activated a hotline for residents and business owners with concerns regarding property and structural damage due to Hurricane Matthew.

St. Johns County government offices resume operations

As St. Johns County transitions to the next phase of recovery operations in response to Hurricane Matthew, County Departments and Divisions began to resume operations on Monday, October 10.  In addition to continuing post-storm emergency response efforts, St.

St. Johns County disaster debris and household waste collection schedules 

For customers of St. Johns County solid waste services, Republic Services and Advanced Disposal have established temporary debris and household waste collection schedules in response to Hurricane Matthew.

PVCA seeks missing sign

The Palm Valley Community Association (PVCA) has filed a report with the St. Johns County Sheriff's Department and is offering a reward for information regarding the theft of the community's welcome sign.

Tips to handle damage claims after the storm

If told to evacuate, take your emergency kit with you, including cash and important papers, including insurance documents and personal documents and financial records. AFTER THE STORM Once a storm has passed, homeowners will need to document any property damage.

St. Johns County bridge closures

The St. Johns County Sheriff's Office has ordered the closing of the following County bridges:   • Vilano Bridge • Bridge of Lions • 312 Bridge • SR 206 Bridge • Shands Bridge   The Julington Creek and Matanzas bridges remain open at this time.

Hurricane Matthew approaching First Coast

Conditions continue to intensify as Hurricane Matthew is expected to reach Jacksonville. Though expected winds speeds have been reduced, the storm remains a catastrophic and life-threatening event. Storm surge represents the greatest threat to public safety.