Flights canceled due to winter storms have delayed vaccine deliveries to Florida.
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First dose COVID-19 vaccinations in Florida may be delayed this week due to winter storms in other states. This should not affect those with appointments for their second doses of the vaccine.
OKEECHOBEE COUNTY
The Florida Department of Health in Okeechobee County was notified by the State of Florida on Tuesday, Feb. 16, that the expected shipment of Moderna COVID-19 vaccines will be delayed this week due to weather. As a result, the distribution scheduled for this week in Okeechobee County will be delayed until further notice. A future distribution date will be scheduled as soon as information on vaccine availability is provided to the Florida Department of Health in Okeechobee.
Okeechobee County continues to work closely with Department of Health officials to offer any support and resources necessary to ensure the community needs can be met. All questions regarding proof of Florida residency should be directed to the Florida Department of Health in Okeechobee County at 863-462-5800, Florida’s COVID-19 Call Center available 24/7 at +1 (866) 779-6121 or email COVID-19@flhealth.gov.
HENDRY COUNTY
Due to the weather issues throughout the U.S., the Florida Department of Health in Hendry County has been informed that vaccine delivery will be delayed for this week.