Submitted by Suanne Z. Thamm
Reporter – News Analyst
As of 12:30 p.m. Monday, Florida Public Utilities reports that power has been restored to all but 20 Fernandina Beach customers. Ramiro J. Sicre, Manager for FPU Governmental Relations, anticipates that all power will be returned by the afternoon.
Fernandina Beach City Manager Dale Martin reports:
“Please be aware that staff has been working throughout the day to coordinate residential debris removal. Due to FEMA guidelines, a specific process must be followed and properly recorded for reimbursement purposes.
“The most immediate note is that because of this process, the City’s typical yard waste collection with Advanced Disposal has been suspended. Vegetative debris resulting from Hurricane Matthew will be collected by a different contractor.”
Rayonier has also advised the Fernandina Observer that the Fernandina plant fared extremely well with only some superficial damage to some roofing, siding and a small area of damage to the berm. The mill will be working with the city to utilize its scale house for city debris removal efforts.