Precautionary Boil Water Notices
Residents in the Southeast Madison County area just south of Interstate 10 east of County Road 360, especially in the vicinity of I-10 and Exit 258 that were impacted by flood waters are under a precautionary boil water notice. If you are included in a flood warning or have water on your sewer or well this applies to you.
As a precaution, we advise that well water that is used for drinking, cooking, making ice, brushing teeth or washing dishes be boiled. A rolling boiling of one minute is sufficient, alternatively you may also use bottled water.
It is recommended that your well water be tested if impacted by floodwaters. This precautionary boil water notice will remain in effect until the floodwater has receded and your well water testing indicated that your water is safe to drink
Report Storm Damage
Madison County Officials have begun assessing the damage in our community. To help speed up the process, and better serve our community, we have set up a site for you to be able to report your damage. It is highly encouraged for residents experiencing storm damage or flooding to their homes to report it immediately.
If your home has structural or flooding damage, it is critical that you report it to the Property Appraiser’s Office at www.madisonpa.com or call the Emergency Operations Center at 850-973-3698. If you have already reported your home’s damage, there is no need to re-report it.
If you have flooding concerns for your area or property, please reach out to the Emergency Operations Center at 850-973-3698. Reports can also be made online through www.madisonpa.com. Please photograph any damage to your property only if it is safe to do so. As flooding affects your home, please make sure you are recording high water marks.
Public Roadways Information
Madison County has partnered with the FDOT to assist in debris removal on public roadways. FDOT will not be providing debris removal on private roads or property.
Only FEMA eligible hurricane-related debris will be picked up. Debris removal on private roadways/property will be the responsibility of property owners.
Hurricane-Related Debris MUST Be Separated! You must separate your hurricane-related debris into six groups:
- Electronics, such as televisions, computers or phones.
- Large appliances, such as refrigerators, washers, dryers, stoves or dishwashers.
- Hazardous waste, such as oil, batteries, pesticides, paint or cleaning supplies.
- Vegetative debris, such as tree branches, leaves or plants..
- Construction debris such as building materials, carpeting, furniture and mattresses.
- Household garbage, such as discarded food, paper or boxes will be taken care of in the normal method and should NOT be combined with hurricane debris.
When placing your vegetative debris please remember:
- DO NOT place the debris under power lines.
- Place debris near a County Road (must be accessible).
- DO NOT block any fire hydrants or utility boxes.
Storm Information
Madison County is experiencing significant inland flooding in the southeastern portion of our county. This area received over 12 inches of rain within 18 hours. Homes and structures in the area are now at risk. If you reside in the Old St Augustine Rd. / S SR 53 or S CR255 area please take precautions, as flooding in this area is expected as the water makes its way to the river. If you are in a low-lying area, you will be especially susceptible and should take flood mitigation measures. Please be advised that our current flooding situation is not a result of river flooding, however, the river areas are being monitored.
Sheriff’s Office and National Guard personnel are working these areas, so please limit vehicular activity to necessary travel only. If you encounter water across the road while traveling, please come to a stop. Remember, looks can be deceiving so turn around, don’t drown!
If you have flooding concerns for your area or property, please reach out to the Emergency Operations Center at 850-973-3698. Reports can also be made online through www.madisonpa.com. Please photograph any damage to your property only if it is safe to do so. As flooding affects your home, please make sure you are recording high water marks.
School Bus Routes
Beginning Mon., Aug. 12 through Fri., Aug. 16, families who live on dirt roads south of I-10 need to drop school-aged children off at the end of your dirt road on State Road 14, State Road 53 or State Road 255 to be picked up for school. Buses cannot travel off main arteries south of I-10 due to increasing water levels and flooded roads. This is for the safety of our children. This is in effect through Friday, Aug. 16 and will be reevaluated at that time.