During a recent briefing, Governor Ron DeSantis revealed that power in Taylor County and the surrounding counties of the Big Bend area of Florida is currently experiencing widespread outages. The Governor stated that the situation is critical, with power being 'all basically out' in the affected areas.
According to Governor DeSantis, discussions have been held with utility companies such as Duke Energy to address the power outages. It was noted that some areas may require complete rebuilding of power transmission infrastructure, which could prolong the restoration process compared to simply reconnecting power lines.
The Governor emphasized the importance of restoring power promptly and assured that the state will provide assistance as needed to expedite the recovery efforts. He highlighted the understanding of utility companies regarding the significance of the situation and their commitment to resolving the power outages in the region.
Given the complexity of potential infrastructure rebuilding, Governor DeSantis acknowledged that restoring power fully may take longer than anticipated. However, he reiterated the state's readiness to support the affected communities and work closely with utility providers to ensure a swift and effective restoration of power.
Residents in the affected areas are advised to stay informed about the progress of power restoration efforts and follow any safety guidelines provided by local authorities. The state government will continue to monitor the situation closely and provide updates on the ongoing efforts to address the power outages in Taylor County and the surrounding regions.
