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NewsWFLA News Channel 8August 24, 2026Hillsborough

Governor DeSantis accepts resignation of Florida Division of Emergency Management Director Kevin Guthrie

Governor Ron DeSantis has accepted the resignation of Kevin Guthrie, the director of the Florida Division of Emergency Management. This departure initiates a leadership transition within the state agency responsible for disaster preparedness and response.

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Why It Matters

The Division of Emergency Management oversees the state's response to hurricanes and other disasters, and the change in leadership will impact the agency's management during future emergency operations.

Key Facts

  • Governor Ron DeSantis has accepted the resignation of Kevin Guthrie.
  • Kevin Guthrie served as the Director of the Florida Division of Emergency Management.
  • The resignation follows the state's gubernatorial primary.

Who's Mentioned

personRon DeSantis“Governor of Florida who accepted the resignation and appointed the successor.”personKevin Guthrie“Former Director of the Florida Division of Emergency Management.”organizationFlorida Department of Transportation“Agency where Jared Perdue previously served as Secretary.”personJay Collins“Lt. Governor and gubernatorial candidate.”personJared Perdue“Florida Transportation Secretary and new head of the Division of Emergency Manag”organizationFlorida Division of Emergency Management“State agency responsible for disaster response.”