Tavares, FL – Lake County Emergency Management officials provided an afternoon update today on recovery efforts following this week’s flash flooding that impacted several communities across the county.
According to the Lake County Florida Emergency Management Office, Director Megan Milanese highlighted ongoing coordination between county departments, municipalities, and state partners to repair damaged infrastructure and assist affected residents.
The county’s Citizens Information Line will remain open until 5 p.m. today for residents to report any flood-related damage. Calls can be made to (352) 253-9999, officials said.
Crews continue assessing road conditions and drainage systems in several neighborhoods while cleanup operations remain underway. The county emphasized that documenting property damage and contacting officials promptly will help speed up both recovery and potential state assistance.
Officials also reminded residents to avoid driving through standing water and to follow updates through the Lake County Florida Emergency Management Facebook page and official alerts.
This week’s heavy rainfall led to temporary road closures and localized flooding in parts of Tavares, Clermont, and Eustis, though most major routes have since reopened.
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