Governor DeSantis visits Madeira Beach, city still recovering from Hurricane Helene damage [Video]

MADERIA BEACH, Fla. – Governor Ron DeSantis was in Madeira Beach on Wednesday and said progress is being made along the coast in recovering from Hurricane Helene.

John’s Pass, like many of the barrier islands, was badly damaged by the storm. Some homes were rendered uninhabitable. But, the governor said he’s been impressed with the progress that’s been made as businesses and homeowners work to rebuild Pinellas County.

“The Division of Emergency Management as well as Volunteer Florida, are coordinating with volunteer organizations to offer free muck and gut services for residents in the area. So this will help clear the homes of debris and irreparable building materials like wet drywall and rotten wood,” shared DeSantis.

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