This emergency rule allows for the increased storage time of raw milk at Grade “A” plants by extending the time required between cleanings so long as specific requirements are met. Under Section 12p in the Pasteurized Milk Ordinance, it states that storage tanks shall be cleaned once a day or not to exceed seventy-two (72) hours. This increases that time to ninety-six (96) to allow processing of Grade “A” milk directly after the storm passes. Additionally, Appendix B, VI. Milk Tank Truck Permitting and Inspection states that under continuous use, milk tank trucks can pick up multiple loads within a 24-hour period, provided the milk tank truck is washed after each day’s use. The provisions of this emergency rule would allow an additional 6 hours to account for logistical issues with transport; shortage of water for washes; and fuel availability issues. This should reduce or eliminate the need to dump milk for tankers that struggle to meet that these requirements. Both of these are changes to the adopted requirements of the Pasteurized Milk Ordinance (PMO), 2005 Revision adopted in Rule 5K-10.001, F.A.C. would be in effect for the period beginning August 30, 2019, through September 6, 2019. The specific standards affected are below.