Storm Information
Last Updated: 11/6/2026 at 9:00 a.m.
K12 School Closures | Florida College System Closures
The Florida Department of Education works closely with school districts before, during and after natural disasters to ensure they have the resources necessary to resume normal operations as quickly as possible. We will continue collaborating with district leadership to address questions as they arise. At this time, the Department is monitoring the storm. Please continue to visit our website for updates.
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K12 School Closures
- Brevard County Schools will reopen Thursday, November 5, 2026.
- DeSoto County Schools will reopen Thursday, November 5, 2026.
- Hardee County Schools will reopen Wednesday, November 4, 2026.
- Indian River County Schools will be closed Tuesday, November 3, 2026 through Friday, November 6, 2026.
- Okeechobee County Schools will reopen Wednesday, November 4, 2026.
- St. Lucie County Schools will be closed Wednesday, November 4, 2026 and Thursday, November 5, 2026.
Florida College System Closures
- Eastern Florida State College will resume normal operations on Wednesday, November 4, 2026 at all campuses except the Palm Bay Campus.
- Indian River State College campuses will remain closed until Monday, November 9, 2026 and remain closed through Thursday, November 5, 2026.