Coastal business prepare for storm surge [Video]

HERNANDO COUNTY, Fla. – Coastal businesses in Hernando and Citrus County took Tropical Storm Debby preps seriously on Saturday.

Hernando County Emergency officials hosted a press conference in the afternoon warning about the impacts the storm could bring.

Paul Hasenmeier Hernando County Fire Chief & Public Safety Director said, “One of the biggest effects that we’re expecting now is storm surge. The storm surge is definitely impacting low-lying areas.”

At the time, Hasenmeier said Hernando Beach and Aripeka are the most vulnerable areas of the county to storm surge. Blair Hensley, Managing Partner of Mary’s Fish Camp in Bayport took several precautions with the help of his 15 staff members to preserve the historic 8-acre property on Saturday.

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“This place has been here since 1946,” he said, “Here at Mary’s, we’re almost below sea level. On a good high …