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Our Community Emergency Response Team is always looking for individuals who are willing to volunteer and assist our community in times of crisis. Franklin County Emergency Management uses volunteers for events, activations, and emergency operations. Our community members have a wealth of experience and training. We needs members like you.
Special needs shelters are intended to provide, to an extent, an environment that can sustain an individual's level of health. If a person is medically stable but needs help with basic tasks or uses an electronic medical device and has no other evacuation options, they should pre-register for a special needs shelter.
If you are resident of Franklin County and you currently do not have transportation, you may register for transportation assistance in the event of a storm. During a hurricane that requires a mandatory evacuation of the county, Franklin County Emergency Management will provide transportation for residents to get to a shelter.
For information during a natural or man-made diaster call our office at 850-653-8977.
The City of Apalachicola will continue to offer potable water, laundry and shower facilities, and ice until further notice. The Declaration of Local State Emergency is in effect until Friday, June 27th, 2025 at 6:15pm. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all community agencies, organizations, and businesses that have assisted in our time of need.
Potable Water Services:
Water tanker services will continue to operate at the following locations. Bring vessels and containers to hold your water. These resources are available for personal or commercial usage.
- Commercial District: Under the bridge
- Residential District: 192 Coach Wagoner Blvd
- Greater Apalachicola: Weems Memorial Hospital (Begins Wednesday morning June 25th)
Ice Distribution Site
- Leavins Seafood
Bags of ice will continue to be available for personal or commercial usage beginning at 9am. City personnel will be on site to provide service. If there is not a city employee on site, call City Hall at (850)653-9319 and one will be sent promptly.
Shower & Laundry Services:
A shower trailer and laundry trailer will be available at 192 Coach Wagoner Blvd. These facilities will be open 24 hours a day, with security provided.
Please Note:
- You are responsible for bringing your own laundry supplies and toiletries.
- For your safety, we strongly recommend wearing shower or water shoes.
- Please do not leave small children unattended.
Bottled Water Distribution Sites:
- Living Waters Assembly of God – Thursday, June 26th beginning at 6:00pm
- Willis ACE Hardware – Friday, June 27th from 9:00am – 3:00pm
- Willis ACE Hardware – Saturday, June 28th from 9:00am – 3:00pm
NEXT CITY MEETINGS:
July Regular Meeting
Date: Tuesday, July 8th, 2025
Time: 6:00pm EST
Location: 74 6th Street, Apalachicola, FL 32320
FOR INFORMATION:
To stay informed about the city's water quality, visit the city’s website: www.cityofapalachicola.com/. Scroll down to Water Quality and System Updates.
Daily summaries are available after 5 PM. For any additional comments or inquiries, please visit the Report a Concern page on the City of Apalachicola’s website or go to www.cityofapalachicola.com/report-a-concern/. The city will monitor these reports and respond as promptly as possible.
For immediate assistance, you can call the city office at (850)653-9319, available Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. ... See MoreSee Less
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Potable water, laundry, and shower facilities, and ice are available until further notice. The LSE is effective until Friday, 06/27/25, at 6:15 PM. Thank you to all who have assisted in our time of need.
Potable Water Services:
Water tanker services at:
Under the bridge
192 Coach Wagoner Blvd
Weems Memorial Hospital (starting Wednesday morning, June 25)
Ice Distribution:
Location: Leavins Seafood, starting at 9 AM. If no city employee is present, call City Hall at (850) 653-9319.
Shower & Laundry Services:
Available at 192 Coach Wagoner Blvd, open 24/7. Bring your own supplies and wear water shoes. Do not leave small children unattended.
Bottled Water Distribution:
Holy Family (ECCC): Wed, June 25, 9 AM – 3 PM
Commerce Gardens: Wed, June 25, starting at 10:30 AM
Living Waters Assembly of God: Thurs, June 26, starting at 6 PM
Willis ACE Hardware: Fri, June 27, 9 AM – 3 PM
Upcoming City Meetings:
June Special Meeting: June 24, 2025, at 6 PM, 74 6th Street, Apalachicola
July Regular Meeting: July 8, 2025, at 6 PM, 74 6th Street, Apalachicola
For Information:
Stay updated on water quality at: www.cityofapalachicola.com/. Daily summaries available after 5 PM.
For concerns, visit the Report a Concern page on the website or call (850) 653-9319, Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM.
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Message from the City of Apalachicola
The City will continue to offer water, shower and laundry services until further notice. Ice is available at Leavins Seafood beginning at 9 am. If no one is on site please call the city office at 850.653.9319 for assistance. ... See MoreSee Less
The following is a message from the City of Apalachicola.
To stay informed about the city's water quality, visit the city’s website: www.cityofapalachicola.com/.
- Scroll down to Water Quality and System Updates.
- Daily summaries are available after 5 PM.
For any additional comments or inquiries, please visit the Report a Concern page on the City of Apalachicola’s website or go to www.cityofapalachicola.com/report-a-concern/.
The City will monitor these reports and respond as promptly as possible.
For immediate assistance, you can call the City office at 850-653-9319, available Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM.
The schedule for bottled water distribution is as follows:
- Monday: Holy Family (ECCC) from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
- Wednesday: Holy Family (ECCC) from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
- Thursday: Living Waters at 6:00 PM
- Friday: Ace Hardware from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM ... See MoreSee Less
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