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Florida's major power company prepares for this year's hurricanes by dealing with a fake one
Read full article: Florida's major power company prepares for this year's hurricanes by dealing with a fake oneFlorida's largest power company is preparing for this year's hurricane season by pretending a major storm already hit.
City to start fixing dozen Daytona Beach beach accesses damaged in hurricanes
Read full article: City to start fixing dozen Daytona Beach beach accesses damaged in hurricanesDaytona Beach city leaders said they are getting ready to fix up storm-damaged beach parks over a year after the 2022 hurricanes swept through.
Volusia condo-owners plead for legislative help as insurance rates spike
Read full article: Volusia condo-owners plead for legislative help as insurance rates spikeIt's been over a year since hurricanes Nicole and Ian devastated the coast of Volusia County and still, many homeowners and condos are being rebuilt.
Beach renourishment for central Brevard County to start in November
Read full article: Beach renourishment for central Brevard County to start in NovemberBeaches eroded by hurricanes Ian and Nicole last year in central Brevard County will get a lift starting next month, according to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.
Mims lakefront restaurant reopens after historic flooding from Hurricane Ian
Read full article: Mims lakefront restaurant reopens after historic flooding from Hurricane IanIan may have left its mark on the staple of lakefront dining in Mims, but even historic flooding couldn't stop owner Jason Reichman from rebuilding.
Hurricane Ian stressed Florida’s insurance market, which was already in crisis
Read full article: Hurricane Ian stressed Florida’s insurance market, which was already in crisisThe National Hurricane Center estimates Hurricane Ian caused $1.9 billion in damage in Florida, stressing an insurance market that was already in crisis.
One year later: Florida emergency management chief says Hurricane Ian recovery ‘has a way to go’
Read full article: One year later: Florida emergency management chief says Hurricane Ian recovery ‘has a way to go’The recovery process from the massive destruction of Hurricane Ian has been “nonstop, 7 days a week” and according to Florida Emergency Management Executive Director Kevin Guthrie, the job is far from over.
Fishing returns to Daytona Beach Pier after hurricanes damaged structure
Read full article: Fishing returns to Daytona Beach Pier after hurricanes damaged structureThe city of Daytona Beach has reopened the fishing section on the Daytona Beach Pier after repairing damage caused by last year’s hurricanes.
Gov. DeSantis announces $300M for flood resilience projects, $11.1M in Central Florida
Read full article: Gov. DeSantis announces $300M for flood resilience projects, $11.1M in Central FloridaThe money’s going toward three previously awarded projects and to 71 new ones, with four located in Central Florida.
‘Knocked down, but it was not knocked out:’ Fort Myers mayor reflects on resiliency after Hurricane Ian
Read full article: ‘Knocked down, but it was not knocked out:’ Fort Myers mayor reflects on resiliency after Hurricane IanAs we move into yet another hurricane season, many across the state are still trying to get back to their “normal.” And that is very much the case in southwest Florida, where Hurricane Ian made landfall as a Category 4 storm.
Daytona Beach Shores ramp temporarily closing due to damage from hurricanes Ian, Nicole
Read full article: Daytona Beach Shores ramp temporarily closing due to damage from hurricanes Ian, NicoleA popular beach access ramp in Volusia County is temporarily closing months after damage caused by hurricanes Ian and Nicole.
Part of Playalinda Beach at Canaveral National Seashore reopens after hurricane restoration
Read full article: Part of Playalinda Beach at Canaveral National Seashore reopens after hurricane restorationThe National Park Service says it will reopen part of Playalinda Beach and Canaveral National Seashore Tuesday after spending two months trying to restore the beach following hurricanes Ian and Nicole.
Most Disaster Recovery Centers in Florida will close for Christmas, New Year’s, FEMA says
Read full article: Most Disaster Recovery Centers in Florida will close for Christmas, New Year’s, FEMA saysDisaster Recovery Centers across Florida that remain open to assist people impacted by recent hurricanes Ian and Nicole have posted holiday closures for Christmas and New Year’s, according to the Federal Emergency Management Agency.
Still displaced from hurricanes, many Volusia County residents brace for cold weekend
Read full article: Still displaced from hurricanes, many Volusia County residents brace for cold weekendThere are a lot of people displaced from the hurricanes along the coast who have found other ways to keep a roof over their head in the meantime.
SBA offers disaster loans with no interest or payments for 12 months to families after Hurricane Ian
Read full article: SBA offers disaster loans with no interest or payments for 12 months to families after Hurricane IanIn an aggressive move to help families struggling after Hurricane Ian, the U.S. Small Business Administration is offering low-interest disaster loans with a 12-month deferral period “before payments must be paid.”
Live on a boat? You may qualify for FEMA assistance after Hurricane Ian
Read full article: Live on a boat? You may qualify for FEMA assistance after Hurricane IanIf you live on a boat – and it was your primary residence before and during Hurricane Ian – and sustained hurricane damage, you may quality for federal assistance, FEMA recently announced.
‘A Band-Aid fix:’ Flagler County receives grant for dune restoration after Hurricanes Ian and Nicole batter coast
Read full article: ‘A Band-Aid fix:’ Flagler County receives grant for dune restoration after Hurricanes Ian and Nicole batter coastGrant funding is finally rolling into Flagler County for fixing the severely eroded dunes. The recent hurricanes wiped away what was left of the dunes and took out chunks of A1A.
Floridians impacted by Hurricane Ian offered low-interest SBA loans
Read full article: Floridians impacted by Hurricane Ian offered low-interest SBA loansFlorida homeowners, renters, businesses, and nonprofit groups impacted by Hurricane Ian’s late September fury have received more than $1 billion in super low interest loans from the U.S. Small Business Administration Office of Disaster Assistance, according to a SBA spokesperson.
What does rebuilding look like after 2 hurricanes in Volusia County?
Read full article: What does rebuilding look like after 2 hurricanes in Volusia County?As crews continue to save homes along the Volusia County coast, government leaders and residents are asking about ways to build back better to withstand another hit by a strong hurricane.
Nearly 430 miles of Florida beach classified as critically eroded before hurricanes hit
Read full article: Nearly 430 miles of Florida beach classified as critically eroded before hurricanes hitBefore Hurricanes Ian and Nicole hit Central Florida, state researchers had declared 426 miles of Florida beach as critically eroded.
New Smyrna Beach residents voice concerns about storm damage at listening session
Read full article: New Smyrna Beach residents voice concerns about storm damage at listening sessionThis week, New Smyrna Beach Zone 2 commissioner Lisa Martin held community listening sessions for residents to ask questions and express concerns after Hurricane Ian and Nicole.
‘Not sure what it is:’ Hurricanes unearth large wooden object on Florida beach
Read full article: ‘Not sure what it is:’ Hurricanes unearth large wooden object on Florida beachOfficials in Volusia County are at a loss trying to figure out what kind of structure was unearthed on the beach after hurricanes Ian and Nicole.
Dunkin’ offers free coffee for Florida residents on Giving Tuesday
Read full article: Dunkin’ offers free coffee for Florida residents on Giving TuesdayDunkin’ is offering a “cup of thanks” to Florida residents on Giving Tuesday, in honor of the state’s resilience and recovery efforts following Hurricanes Ian and Nicole.
FEMA extends deadline to apply for Hurricane Ian federal disaster assistance
Read full article: FEMA extends deadline to apply for Hurricane Ian federal disaster assistanceFEMA announced that, at the request of the State of Florida, those impacted by Hurricane Ian now have additional time to apply for federal disaster assistance.
Disaster Recovery Center set to reopen in Volusia County to residents impacted by Hurricane Ian
Read full article: Disaster Recovery Center set to reopen in Volusia County to residents impacted by Hurricane IanVolusia County officials announced that the FEMA Disaster Recovery Center will reopen on Monday, Nov. 14. to those who were impacted by Hurricane Ian.
Flooding causing headaches for Downtown St. Augustine drivers ahead of Nicole.
Read full article: Flooding causing headaches for Downtown St. Augustine drivers ahead of Nicole.As Nicole on Wednesday evening gained hurricane strength while churning closer to Florida, voluntary evacuations began in the morning for coastal areas of St. Johns County.
FEMA hiring workers to help with Hurricane Ian recovery, agency says
Read full article: FEMA hiring workers to help with Hurricane Ian recovery, agency saysFEMA announced on Saturday, Oct. 29 that is is hiring for more than 300 jobs in Kissimmee, Orlando, Brandon, Fort Myers and Sarasota as the agency continues to help in Hurricane Ian recovery efforts.
Flagler Beach residents to weigh in on city’s response, damage from Hurricane Ian
Read full article: Flagler Beach residents to weigh in on city’s response, damage from Hurricane IanIt's been nearly a month since Hurricane Ian tore across Florida and most affected cities are still rebuilding in many ways.
Volusia County woman to be honored for saving lineman’s life after Hurricane Ian
Read full article: Volusia County woman to be honored for saving lineman’s life after Hurricane IanA woman is being called a hero for saving a line-man's life who was shocked while working in the aftermath of Hurricane Ian.
D-SNAP third phase opening for Lake, Osceola, Seminole and Volusia county residents affected by Hurricane Ian
Read full article: D-SNAP third phase opening for Lake, Osceola, Seminole and Volusia county residents affected by Hurricane IanThe Department of Children and Families announced on Sunday that the third phase of the Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or D-SNAP, will open on Monday, Oct. 24 for Lake, Osceola, Seminole and Volusia county residents affected by Hurricane Ian.
D-SNAP pre-registration to begin for Volusia County residents
Read full article: D-SNAP pre-registration to begin for Volusia County residentsThe Department of Children and Family (DCF) announced on Friday morning that D-SNAP pre-registration for Volusia County will begin on Monday, Oct. 24 through Sunday Oct. 30.
Seminole County deputy helps save Geneva man from Hurricane Ian floodwaters
Read full article: Seminole County deputy helps save Geneva man from Hurricane Ian floodwatersDeputy Todd Moderson with the Seminole County Sheriff’s Office helped rescue a man that a Geneva neighbor described as “on the cusp of death” who was mostly submerged under flood waters recently.
Port Canaveral has record-setting budget, rebounds from Hurricane Ian impacts
Read full article: Port Canaveral has record-setting budget, rebounds from Hurricane Ian impactsPort Canaveral started its 2022-23 fiscal year with a record-setting budget plan, after ending its 2021-22 fiscal year with a cruise-disrupting hurricane.
D-SNAP second phase opening for Orange and Flagler county residents affected by Hurricane Ian
Read full article: D-SNAP second phase opening for Orange and Flagler county residents affected by Hurricane IanThe Department of Children and Families announced on Sunday that the second phase of the Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or D-SNAP, will open on Monday, Oct. 17 for Orange, Flagler, Highlands, Manatee, Pinellas, and St. Johns counties.
Polk County residents impacted by Hurricane Ian can get help at new Disaster Recovery Center
Read full article: Polk County residents impacted by Hurricane Ian can get help at new Disaster Recovery CenterA new FEMA Disaster Recovery Center opened in Polk County, giving another resource to people impacted by Hurricane Ian.
D-SNAP benefits approved for Florida residents affected by Hurricane Ian
Read full article: D-SNAP benefits approved for Florida residents affected by Hurricane IanThe Department of Children and Families announced that Florida’s application for Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program – or D-SNAP – has been approved.
SunRail to resume service to Tupperware station as rail sections remain damaged
Read full article: SunRail to resume service to Tupperware station as rail sections remain damagedSunRail is set to resume service to the Tupperware station Thursday, though other sections of the rail line are still dealing with damage sustained during Hurricane Ian.
More than 200 face eviction at Orange County apartment complex hit by floods, commissioner says
Read full article: More than 200 face eviction at Orange County apartment complex hit by floods, commissioner saysPeople living at an Orange County apartment complex devastated by flooding from Hurricane Ian are now being told they will have to leave their homes by the end of the month, according to Orange County Commissioner Mayra Uribe
Lake County now eligible for FEMA assistance in Ian’s wake
Read full article: Lake County now eligible for FEMA assistance in Ian’s wakeIndividuals and households in Flagler, Putnam, St. Johns and Volusia counties were deemed eligible for FEMA Individual Assistance amid Hurricane Ian’s continued damage to livelihoods and property statewide.
Citizen’s Insurance spokesperson says company can pay claims
Read full article: Citizen’s Insurance spokesperson says company can pay claimsFlorida's property insurance market has been in crisis even before Hurricane Ian, and the governor says Citizen's Insurance is prepared and able to pay out claims.
St. Johns River expected to rise in DeLand, flooding neighborhoods
Read full article: St. Johns River expected to rise in DeLand, flooding neighborhoodsThe St. Johns River, which has already exceeded flood stage where it passes through Deland, is predicted to rise more than five inches in the next few days, according to the National Weather Service.
Rising water closes all lanes of SR-46 at St. Johns River near Brevard-Seminole line
Read full article: Rising water closes all lanes of SR-46 at St. Johns River near Brevard-Seminole lineThe Florida Department of Transportation announced an emergency road closure of all lanes of State Road 46 at the St. Johns River in Brevard County.
Ocala police and Marion deputies rescue FHP vehicle stuck in flood waters
Read full article: Ocala police and Marion deputies rescue FHP vehicle stuck in flood watersThe Ocala Police Department and the Marion County Sheriff’s Office pulled a Florida Highway patrol car from flood waters, according to a Facebook post by Ocala police.
WATCH LIVE: Sky 6 over floodwaters in Geneva
Read full article: WATCH LIVE: Sky 6 over floodwaters in GenevaWhile Seminole County officials said they are still seeing an increase in the historic floodwaters brought about after Hurricane Ian, many areas are starting to level off as of Monday afternoon.
VIDEO: Deputies rescue man standing on top of submerged car in Volusia County
Read full article: VIDEO: Deputies rescue man standing on top of submerged car in Volusia CountyVolusia County Sheriff’s Office shared a video of its High Water 2 team rescuing a man stranded and standing on top of a submerged car in the Osteen area.
Volusia County cleanup underway after coastal homes, dunes damaged in Hurricane Ian
Read full article: Volusia County cleanup underway after coastal homes, dunes damaged in Hurricane IanVolusia County officials gave another update to their response efforts on Saturday afternoon as the county continues to clean up after Hurricane Ian moved through Florida.
‘Devastating impacts:’ Florida Gov. DeSantis discusses Hurricane Ian’s aftermath in Hardee County
Read full article: ‘Devastating impacts:’ Florida Gov. DeSantis discusses Hurricane Ian’s aftermath in Hardee CountyFlorida Gov. Ron DeSantis on Saturday will hold a news conference at the Hardee County Emergency Management office in Wachula.
SBA adds more Central Florida counties to disaster declaration for Hurricane Ian
Read full article: SBA adds more Central Florida counties to disaster declaration for Hurricane IanThe U.S. Small Business Administration announced on Tuesday that is added more Central Florida counties to the disaster declaration after Hurricane Ian.
Ian shows the risks and costs of living on barrier islands
Read full article: Ian shows the risks and costs of living on barrier islandsExperts say that Hurricane Ian is shining a spotlight once again on the vulnerability of the nation’s barrier islands and the increasing cost of people living on them.
Flagler, Putnam, St. Johns and Volusia counties now eligible for FEMA assistance in Ian’s wake
Read full article: Flagler, Putnam, St. Johns and Volusia counties now eligible for FEMA assistance in Ian’s wakeIndividuals and households in Flagler, Putnam, St. Johns and Volusia counties were deemed eligible for FEMA Individual Assistance amid Hurricane Ian’s continued damage to livelihoods and property statewide.
Volusia County officials discuss ongoing Hurricane Ian response effort, ‘indescribable’ damage
Read full article: Volusia County officials discuss ongoing Hurricane Ian response effort, ‘indescribable’ damageVolusia County leaders on Friday held a news conference to discuss the region’s ongoing disaster response to Hurricane Ian
Here’s when Central Florida airports resume flights after Hurricane Ian
Read full article: Here’s when Central Florida airports resume flights after Hurricane IanCentral Florida airports shut their hangars and stopped flights in anticipation of Hurricane Ian, but by Friday morning, most were either preparing to resume operations or already had.
80 Winter Springs residents rescued from rising flood waters, according to Seminole County Fire Department
Read full article: 80 Winter Springs residents rescued from rising flood waters, according to Seminole County Fire DepartmentThe Seminole County Fire Department worked over a seven-hour period to help rescue 80 residents from rising floor water in a Winter Springs neighborhood, according to the department.
Flagler County officials discuss next steps in aftermath of Hurricane Ian
Read full article: Flagler County officials discuss next steps in aftermath of Hurricane IanFlagler County officials updated county residents Thursday afternoon on how the county is tackling the aftermath of Hurricane Ian's destructive rampage across Central Florida.
Volusia County officials urge residents to shelter in place as Ian retreats from Florida
Read full article: Volusia County officials urge residents to shelter in place as Ian retreats from FloridaEmergency management officials are urging residents in Volusia County to put safety first, stay off of the roads and continue to shelter in place while the county assesses the damage from Hurricane Ian and begins cleanup efforts.
President Biden approves Florida disaster declaration for areas impacted by Hurricane Ian
Read full article: President Biden approves Florida disaster declaration for areas impacted by Hurricane IanPresident Joe Biden on Thursday declared a major disaster exists in Florida due to the lashing given to it by what is now Tropical Storm Ian, approving a request made by Gov. DeSantis the day prior.
‘500-year flood event:’ Gov. DeSantis discusses statewide response as Ian’s rains fill Florida
Read full article: ‘500-year flood event:’ Gov. DeSantis discusses statewide response as Ian’s rains fill FloridaGov. Ron DeSantis updated Floridians at multiple news briefings Thursday to discuss the state’s ongoing response to Hurricane Ian.
Osceola County deputy, others rescued from flooded roadways during Ian’s downpour
Read full article: Osceola County deputy, others rescued from flooded roadways during Ian’s downpourAn Osceola County deputy was rescued via airboat early Thursday after their vehicle became stalled in flooding brought on by what is now Tropical Storm Ian.
Here are the Central Florida counties imposing curfews for Hurricane Ian
Read full article: Here are the Central Florida counties imposing curfews for Hurricane IanCurfews are in place in different Central Florida counties as of Wednesday, meant to keep people safe as Hurricane Ian risks exposing them to hazardous downed power lines, flying debris, flooding and more dangers.
Lake County residents make storm preparations ahead of Ian’s possible Florida landfall
Read full article: Lake County residents make storm preparations ahead of Ian’s possible Florida landfallAcross Lake County on Sunday, as Tropical Storm Ian is expected to strengthen and become a hurricane, emergency officials helped residents prepare for any possible storm impact.