10/07/2026
🌀 FLORIDA STATE OF EMERGENCY: WHAT IT MEANS
Governor Ron DeSantis declared a state of emergency for 25 Florida counties on Tuesday, October 6, ahead of Tropical Depression Nine. Martin County is NOT included in this declaration.
We are sharing this to keep everyone informed, not to cause panic. A state of emergency helps Florida prepare by allowing officials to mobilize resources, coordinate assistance and direct emergency funding where it is needed. It also helps move supplies, equipment and personnel into position before conditions deteriorate.
For this storm, the state is preparing resources for the Panhandle and Big Bend, including generators, fuel, tarps and sandbags. Taking these steps early helps communities respond faster if assistance is needed.
The declaration itself is not an evacuation order or a prediction that every listed county will experience a disaster. Any evacuation instructions or weather warnings should be followed separately.
🌧️ WHAT ABOUT RAIN IN MARTIN COUNTY?
Even though Martin County is outside the declaration, our area should prepare for additional rain. The declaration does not determine our weather—the current forecast shows a wet pattern with tropical moisture bringing repeated showers and thunderstorms.
• Wednesday, October 7: Expected to be one of the wettest days, with rounds of showers, thunderstorms and potentially heavy downpours.
• Thursday, October 8: More rounds of rain are expected, potentially throughout the day.
• Friday, October 9: Showers and thunderstorms remain likely, but rain coverage may gradually decrease.
• Saturday, October 10: Scattered storms remain possible.
• Sunday, October 11: Currently looks drier, with more breaks between showers.
Timing and amounts can change. Repeated storms over the same neighborhoods could cause localized flooding, especially on poorly drained roads and in low-lying areas.
Now is a good time to clear gutters and drainage areas, check your tires and windshield wipers, and allow extra time when driving. Never drive through flooded roads.
Stay informed and follow local weather updates. Preparation is the goal—panic is not. 💙