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Hurricane Cleanup underway
Updates - Yard Debris Removal
Hurricane Milton's pre-landing impacts are almost hard to believe. Our hearts are heavy for those who have suffered losses and damages. Together our community will help our neighbors recover and rebuild.
Prior to Hurricane Milton's arrival, the city participated in twice-daily storm briefings at the Martin County Emergency Operations Center with State officials, the National Hurricane Center and National Weather Service. Public Works positioned pumps in areas prone to flooding, placed generators near key lift stations, cleared culverts, removed debris from storm drains, secured loose items, installed storm shutters on city buildings, organized a sandbag station, and dismantled the sail shades above the Riverwalk stage.
Stuart Fire Rescue responded to a number of emergency 911 calls during the storm for Martin County.
Post-storm, both City of Stuart Public Works and the Stuart Police Department assessed damage, and identified non-working traffic signals, downed powerlines and other hazards. Public Works began clearing roads of debris Thursday morning as soon as it was safe to do so.
City Hall did not reopen on Friday morning (Oct. 11) at 8:30 a.m. as planned due to no power, which also impacted the entire historic downtown area. FPL did restore power mid-day and City Hall will reopen on Monday, Oct. 14.
Vegetation debris pickup has begun and it is estimated it will take our sanitation department approximately two weeks to remove all storm related debris.
Below are important post-storm safety messages from the Florida Department of Health-Martin County and the Federal Emergency Management Association (FEMA).
Please remember we are still in hurricane season. Please keep storm ready. |
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DOH-Martin recommends post storm safety tips
Martin County, Fla. — The Florida Department of Health in Martin County (DOH-Martin) urges residents to be aware of the health risks following Hurricane Milton.
DOH-Martin recommends the following tips to prevent illness or injury:
Flood Waters
Basic hygiene is critical. If you are under a boil water notice, use commercially bottled water for mixing baby formula. Wash your hands with soap and either disinfected or boiled and cooled water, especially before preparing or eating food, after toilet use, after handling a soiled diaper, after participating in flood cleanup activities, and after handling objects contaminated with flood water or sewage.
Avoid eating or drinking anything that has been contaminated with flood waters.
Avoid contact with flood waters, especially if you have open cuts or sores.
If you have any open cuts or sores and come in contact with flood waters, wash the area well with soap to prevent infection. If a wound develops redness, swelling, or drainage, seek immediate medical attention.
Residents who sustain lacerations and/or puncture wounds are encouraged to contact their primary health care provider to make sure they are current on their tetanus vaccine and possibly get a booster.
Vibrio vulnificus
Risk Factors: Individuals who have compromised immune systems, liver disease, or open wounds are at higher risk for Vibrio vulnificus.
Symptoms: Symptoms may include diarrhea, vomiting, abdominal pain, fever, chills, fast or high heart rate, confusion, or disorientation.
When to Seek Medical Attention: Seek medical attention immediately if you experience symptoms associated with Vibrio vulnificus, especially after exposure to floodwaters.
Carbon Monoxide
Carbon Monoxide (CO) is an invisible, odorless, and tasteless gas that can be deadly.
Using generators indoors, including garages, can cause carbon monoxide to build up leading to death. Only use all gas-powered or charcoal burning equipment outside, at least 20 feet away from doors, windows, vents, and air intakes.
Symptoms of CO poisoning include fatigue, weakness, shortness of breath, stomach pain, vomiting, headaches, confusion, lack of coordination, vision problems, loss of consciousness, chest pains for people with heart disease, and in some cases, death.
If you suspect CO poisoning, call 911 or the Florida Poison Information Center at 1-800-222-1222.
Mosquito Bite Prevention
DRAIN standing water:
Drain water from garbage cans, buckets, pool covers, coolers, toys, flowerpots, or any other containers where sprinkler or rainwater has collected.
Discard old tires, drums, bottles, cans, pots and pans, broken appliances, and other items that aren’t being used.
Empty and clean birdbaths and pets’ water bowls at least twice a week.
Protect boats and vehicles from rain with tarps that don’t accumulate water.
Maintain swimming pools in good condition and appropriately chlorinated. Empty plastic swimming pools when not in use.
COVER your skin:
If you must be outside when mosquitoes are active, cover up. Wear shoes, socks, long pants, and long sleeves.
Apply mosquito repellent to bare skin and clothing. Always use repellents according to their labels. Repellents with 10-30% DEET, picaridin, oil of lemon eucalyptus, and IR3535 tend to be most effective.
Use mosquito netting to protect children younger than 2 months old.
Boil Water Notice
Once water reaches a boiling point, let it continue to boil for an additional minute.
Boil tap water even if it is filtered.
Use clean or bottled water to wash fruits and vegetables or to prepare drinks.
Brush teeth with boiled or bottled water.
Wildlife
If you’re bitten and not in need of immediate assistance:
Wash hands with soap and clean, fresh water.
Place pressure on the wound with a clean cloth to stop bleeding.
After bleeding has stopped, pour bottled or clean, running water over the wound and gently clean water.
Pat dry and use an adhesive bandage or dry, clean cloth to cover the wound.
Once the wound has been stabilized, seek medical assistance to ensure that no additional treatment is needed.
Report all bites to Martin County Animal Control to ensure rabies prevention follow-up is conducted.
Mold Clean Up
Take it out: Anything that was wet with flood water and can’t be cleaned and dried completely within 24 to 48 hours should be taken outside for waste removal.
Air out: Open all doors and windows when you are removing wet or moldy materials, or when cleaning moldy surfaces.
Scrub surfaces: Clean with water and detergent. Remove all mold you can see. Dry right away.
Don’t cover it, remove it: Painting or caulking over mold will not prevent mold from growing. Dry it out and remove all the mold before you paint or caulk.
Consider your medical status: Individuals with suppressed or impaired immune systems, mold allergies, asthma, or other chronic lung disease should not clean or remove moldy materials. |
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TRAFFIC UPDATES
(1) Temporary lane closures for the clearing of trees and bushes for streets between Dixie Highway and North River Drive. For more information, please contact Brad Searcy, GRSC, Inc., (772) 473-2201.
- West Stuart Avenue - Tuesday, Oct. 8 - Nov. 8, 2024 - 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
- Australian Street - Wednesday, Oct. 9 - Nov. 8, 2024 - 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
- Oleander Street - Thursday, Oct. 10 - Nov. 11, 2024 - 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
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(2) FDOT: State Road (SR) 5 / US1 Resurfacing Project from SE Contractors Way to north of SR 732 / Jensen Beach.
- US 1 from south side of the Roosevelt Bridge to SE Contractors Way will have two lanes closed in each direction, 10 p.m. to 6 a.m., Sunday, oct. 13 through Friday. Oct. 18 for striping thermoplastic.
- US 1 from NW Jensen Beach Blvd. to the north side of the Roosevelt Bridge will have two lanes closed in each direction, 10 p.m. to 6 am., Sunday, Oct. 13, through Friday, Oct. 18, for striping thermoplastic.
(3) FDOT: State Road (SR) 732 / Jensen Beach Causeway Mobility Improvements Project
- State Road (SR) 732 / Jensen Beach Causeway between NE Indian River Drive and SR A1A will have the westbound shoulder closed, as needed, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday, Oct. 14 through Friday, Oct. 18 for shoulder-related work.
- Closures on State Road (SR) 732/Jensen Beach Causeway will occur nightly, 10 p.m. until 6 a.m., Sunday through Thursday, beginning Sunday, Oct. 13 through Thursday, Oct. 17, and Sunday, Oct. 20 through Thursday, Oct. 24, for paving operations. The westbound direction will be closed first. When the westbound work has been completed, eastbound lanes will then be closed to motorists. Only one direction at a time will be closed during this operation. Sunday, Oct. 27 through Thursday, Oct. 31, will be used as contingency nights if needed. Please see the attached flyer for more details.
Detour Information:
Eastbound motorists will be detoured south via NE Indian River Drive to east SR A1A/ NE Ocean Boulevard.
Westbound SR A1A motorists will be detoured via SR A1A/NE Ocean Boulevard to NE Indian River Drive.
The eastbound and westbound lanes of SR 732/Jensen Beach Causeway will be open in each direction daily, 6 a.m. until 10 p.m. |
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October 14, 2024 Regular commission meeting
The City of Stuart City Commission Meeting Agenda and Addendum Agenda is now available for viewing and download:
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Future city of stuart meetings
Regular City Commission Meeting
Monday, Oct 14, 2024, 4:00 p.m.
Magistrate Hearing
Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2024, 2:00 p.m.
Joint CRA/CRB/City Commission Meeting
Monday, Oct. 28, 2024, 4:00 p.m.
Regular City Commission Meeting
Monday, Oct. 28, 2024, 5:30 p.m. |
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Calendar of Events
Market on Main
Every Sunday, 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Flagler Park, 201 SW Flagler Avenue
Produced by Stuart Main Street
More Information: (772) 286-2848
Rock'n Riverwalk
Every Sunday, 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Riverwalk Stage, 300 St. Lucie Avenue
Produced by Stuart Main Street and DBA
More information: (772) 286-2848 |
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