Gov. DeSantis issues state of emergency after tornadoes ravage Florida panhandle [Video]

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Governor Ron DeSantis has issued a state of emergency after a line of strong and severe thunderstorms pushed across the Florida panhandle Friday morning, leaving a path of destruction from tornadoes and winds topping 70 miles per hour in some storms.

The state of emergency was issued for Baker, Columbia, Gadsden, Hamilton, Jefferson, Lafayette, Leon, Liberty, Madison, Suwannee, Taylor, and Wakulla counties.

The executive order notes that those counties may need extra help with emergency funds following the disaster. “I direct that sufficient funds be made available, as needed, by transferring and expending moneys from the Emergency Preparedness and Response Fund,” the order reads.

The state of emergency is effective immediately and will expire in 60 days unless it is extended. You can read the full memorandum here.

Video shows moment a possible tornado hit Tallahassee

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