Resident Set to Return to Newly Renovated Home After Orange County Repaired Damage From Hurricane Ian

Orange County, FL – Through its Orange County Recovers program, Orange County has completed repairs and renovations on a home damaged by Hurricane Ian in 2022 and the homeowner is thrilled to be moving back home.

Sixty-four-year-old Lorenzo Turner, who uses a wheelchair, had lived in his home for 36 years before his roof was significantly damaged by Hurricane Ian, causing extensive water damage and the need for thousands of dollars in repairs. He remained in his home after the hurricane, dealing with constant leaks while recovering from a stroke. Through Orange County Recovers, Mr. Turner now has a repaired roof and newly remodeled kitchen and bathrooms.

Media is invited to capture video and interview Mr. Turner, who will return for the first time since construction began, and be presented with the keys to his newly renovated home.

WHEN AND WHERE:
Tuesday, February 17, 2026 – 9:00 a.m.
1165 S Central Ave. Apopka, Florida 32703

INTERVIEW OPPORTUNITIES:
Mr. Lorenzo Turner, Homeowner
Sherry Julien, Project Manager for Orange County Recovers

RSVP:
Media outlets planning to attend must email PIO@ocfl.net to RSVP.

VISUALS:

Before and after photos of the home can be found here: https://ocfl.box.com/s/vaug9l8hpyqolxkt7xxi6knnd96rhy5z

ABOUT ORANGE COUNTY RECOVERS:

Launched in March 2025, Orange County Recovers provides grant funding to eligible low- to moderate-income homeowners to repair or address lingering damage from Hurricanes Ian and Milton. The funds are provided through the federal Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) Program and may be used for housing repairs, replacements, or full reconstruction. The online application portal is open for property owners still dealing with storm-related damage from either hurricane. Visit Apply – Orange County Recovers Program to appl###