(ANSA) - WASHINGTON, SEPTEMBER 24 - Joe Biden has approved the emergency declaration announced by the governor of Florida, Republican Ron DeSantis, in view of the arrival of Hurricane Ian next week.
CasaBianca reports this in a note.
With the authorization of the president, the state can coordinate with the Department of Homeland Security and laFema, the American civil defense.
In particular, the latter "is authorized to identify, mobilize and supply, at its discretion, the equipment and resources necessary to alleviate the impact of the emergency".
Governor DeSantis yesterday declared a state of emergency in 24 counties due to the arrival of the ninth tropical storm since the beginning of the season.
According to the National Hurricane Center, the
arrival is expected on Wednesday or Friday.
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