Official announcement from Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT)

Governor DeSantis Leads Swift Recovery Efforts on SR789/Gulf Beach After Hurricane Helene

Sep 28, 2024, 05:47 PM

Governor Ron DeSantis has been actively involved in the recovery efforts following Hurricane Helene in Florida. DeSantis visited Bradenton Beach to assess the damage and has directed the Florida Department of Transportation (@MyFDOT) to expedite repairs on SR789/Gulf Beach, aiming to complete the work within a week, significantly faster than the initial estimates of weeks or months. DeSantis has been praised for his swift and effective response to the natural disaster, with many highlighting his leadership during such crises. He stated that the weeks/months estimates for repairs are not good enough, emphasizing the urgency of the situation.