IMPORTANT DOCUMENTS

Hurricane Nicole Signed Disaster Declaration

SBA Fact Sheet                   SBA Business Flyer (English, Spanish)

SBA Homeowners/Renters Flyer (English, Spanish)                    SBA Non-Profits Information

Damage Assessments Underway in St. Johns County

November 11, 2022 – St. Johns County has experienced significant impacts from Tropical Storm Nicole throughout coastal St. Johns County.

Officials are assessing the damage and crews are removing debris as quickly as possible, however, this process will take some time. For any St. Johns County residents or business owners who have storm-related structural damage from Tropical Storm Nicole or permitting questions, please call the St. Johns County Building Services Structural Hotline at 904.827.6836.

For updates on recovery efforts in St. Johns County, please visit www.sjcfl.us/hurricane or call the St. Johns County Emergency Management Citizen Information Line at 904.824.5550.

Florida Department of Economic Opportunity Activates Business Damage Assessment Survey to Gauge Impact of Hurricane Nicole on Florida Businesses

November 9, 2022 – Today, the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) announced the activation of the Business Damage Assessment Survey to gauge the impact of Hurricane Nicole on Florida businesses. Survey responses will assist the state in expediting recovery efforts by providing data on the needs of affected businesses.

On November 10, 2022, Governor Ron DeSantis issued Executive Order 22-256, declaring a state of emergency for the entire State of Florida. All affected businesses are encouraged to complete the survey.

“Governor DeSantis has shown time and time again what prompt, effective disaster response looks like, and DEO is committed to quickly standing up resources to assist,” said DEO Secretary Dane Eagle. “The Business Damage Assessment Survey assists DEO and its federal, state, and local partners in understanding physical and economic impacts to inform decision-making. I encourage businesses impacted by Hurricane Nicole to complete the survey at www.FloridaDisaster.biz.”

Results from the Business Damage Assessment Survey will be shared with various federal, state, and local agencies to implement appropriate relief. Businesses can complete the survey online or visit www.FloridaDisaster.biz and select “Hurricane Nicole” from the dropdown menu. If you need additional assistance with your business, please call 850-815-4925 between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. or email ESF18@EM.MyFlorida.com.