St. Johns County Long-Term Recovery Organization

08/15/2026

07/09/2026

Stay prepared but there's no doubt we are happy about this updated report!

07/09/2026

If you want to directly assist families in a positive way...here's an opportunity!

Back-to-school preparations start now! 📚✏️

The Florida Department of Health (DOH) in St. Johns County is offering extended evening clinic hours to help families prepare for the upcoming school year.

During these extended hours, families can access clinical services, DH 680 and DH 681 forms, and birth certificate services.

Extended hours are available from 5:00–7:00 p.m. on:
• July 16th
• July 23rd
• July 28th
• July 30th
• August 3rd
• August 5th

To schedule an appointment, call (904) 506-6081.

The Florida Department of Health in St. Johns County is located at 200 San Sebastian View, St. Augustine, FL 32084.

Preparing children for a successful school year starts with making sure they have the health records and services they need. We're happy to share this community resource with local families.

07/09/2026

This is another tough day to be outdoors...take care of yourself and each other!

Today would be a great day to beat the heat and visit our friends at the St. Johns County Public Library. Find your local branch and hours at https://sjcpls.org/branches/

Temperatures remaining above normal (in the upper 90s for most) will bring heat indices as high as 111° 🥵 late morning through the evening hours, and therefore another Heat Advisory is in effect today.
🥤 Drink plenty of water
🚴‍♀️ Limit outdoor activity during the daytime
🎽 Wear loose, light-colored clothing
🚗 Never leave children or pets in the car for any length of time!

07/08/2026

Please take care of yourselves, your families, neighbors, employees and pets...this week is going to be tough on all of us!

☀️ July is UV Safety Month!

Florida sunshine is part of what makes our state great, but it also means protecting yourself from harmful UV rays & extreme heat.

🧴 Apply sunscreen regularly
👒 Wear sunglasses, hats & loose layers
💧 Stay hydrated
🆒 Keep cool in the a/c or shade
🌡️ Take it easy during peak heat

A few simple steps can help you stay safe & this summer! FloridaDisaster.org/Heat

06/18/2026

Lots of important information, thanks Kelly Wilson and the St. Johns County Emergency Management

06/18/2026

Be aware, check on your neighbors and outdoor animals!

06/05/2026

Disaster recovery starts long before a storm makes landfall.

Recently, Gina Birmingham, our Long-Term Disaster Recovery Coordinator, joined VOAD Executive Board members Dr. Brian Schoonover, Patty Isola, and Julie Wesling at the St. Johns County Emergency Management Operations Center for a hurricane response exercise.

The scenario involved a Category 1 hurricane just off our coast, with the EOC at Level 2 activation. Representatives from every Emergency Support Function (ESF) worked through real-world situations, tested communication systems, and strengthened partnerships that help our community respond and recover when disasters strike.

As ESF-15, our role is to coordinate volunteer organizations, donated resources, and community support during disasters. Exercises like this remind us that preparation, communication, and collaboration are some of our strongest tools.

Thank you to St. Johns County Emergency Management for helping keep our community ready before the next storm arrives.