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Dangerous heat and heavy rain: Heat advisory today
Read full article: Dangerous heat and heavy rain: Heat advisory todayJacksonville faces a dangerous combination of extreme heat and heavy rain as a heat advisory takes effect and storms are forecast for the area, according to News4JAX's Exact Track 4D Weather Authority.
Magnets for Mystic: 10-year-old Clay County girl raises money for families affected by Texas flooding
Read full article: Magnets for Mystic: 10-year-old Clay County girl raises money for families affected by Texas floodingOne little girl from Clay County is taking big action after she became aware of the flooding currently affecting various families in Texas. Savannah, an Orange Park native, has been handmaking custom clay magnets to raise money for flood relief. Each piece is shaped, painted, and sealed by Savannah herself, with help from her parents, who assist with deliveries and adding the finishing touches.
‘I can go swimming’: Jacksonville woman wants officials to address flooding issues on Edgewood Avenue
Read full article: ‘I can go swimming’: Jacksonville woman wants officials to address flooding issues on Edgewood AvenueA woman who lives near Edgewood Avenue North near Rockwood Drive said she wants officials to pay more attention to the infrastructure issues when it rains.
Flooding woes continue in San Marco as city works on Phase 2 of drainage project and neighbors remain frustrated
Read full article: Flooding woes continue in San Marco as city works on Phase 2 of drainage project and neighbors remain frustratedNeighbors had to wade through water on Wednesday afternoon just to get to their cars as rain once again turned streets into rivers in the flood-prone area. Residents say they are beyond frustrated, especially with a multi-million dollar project already underway to try to fix the problem.
Deadly Texas flooding: How it happened and how to stay alert
Read full article: Deadly Texas flooding: How it happened and how to stay alertTexas endured widespread watershed flooding—particularly along the Guadalupe River basin. Here's why the damage was swift, severe, and in some areas—catastrophic.
San Marco residents voice concerns at Town Hall for construction plans to address flooding
Read full article: San Marco residents voice concerns at Town Hall for construction plans to address floodingThe City of Jacksonville is set to begin a project in San Marco to bring drainage improvements and fix flooding in a neighborhood that often floods during heavy rain. The project, which costs about $64 million, will also put in huge drainage pipes connecting the neighborhood to a pump station.
San Marco business manager ‘thrilled, excited’ as $64 million drainage project seeks to fix neighborhood flooding
Read full article: San Marco business manager ‘thrilled, excited’ as $64 million drainage project seeks to fix neighborhood floodingThe City of Jacksonville is set to begin a project in San Marco to bring drainage improvements and fix flooding in a neighborhood that often floods during heavy rain. The project, which costs about $64 million, will also put in huge drainage pipes connecting the neighborhood to a pump station.
Watch Live: City council to discuss Ken Knight Drive buyback program as flooding solution
Read full article: Watch Live: City council to discuss Ken Knight Drive buyback program as flooding solutionJacksonville city leaders will discuss a proposed solution to tackle the ongoing flooding issues along Ken Knight Drive at a Tuesday city council meeting.
‘Water messes up a lot around here’: City officials discussing Ken Knight Drive buyback program as flooding solution
Read full article: ‘Water messes up a lot around here’: City officials discussing Ken Knight Drive buyback program as flooding solutionJacksonville city leaders continue their work trying to tackle the ongoing flooding problems along Ken Knight Drive.
Massive drainage project could be completed in Orange Park by 2026
Read full article: Massive drainage project could be completed in Orange Park by 2026The town of Orange Park is preparing for its biggest public works project yet—a massive drainage overhaul aimed at mitigating future flooding issues.
Fernandina Beach launches flood risk portal to help community access important information
Read full article: Fernandina Beach launches flood risk portal to help community access important informationThe City of Fernandina Beach launched a new public portal that aims to help the community have easier access to flood risk information and other important documents.
More electric vehicle stations, flooded road alerts included in St. Augustine ‘SMART project’
Read full article: More electric vehicle stations, flooded road alerts included in St. Augustine ‘SMART project’From flooded streets to parking availability, the city of St. Augustine hopes to make residents and visitors more aware of what’s happening with the ‘SMART St. Augustine Project.’
Riverfront communities battle floods after Hurricane Milton drenches Putnam County
Read full article: Riverfront communities battle floods after Hurricane Milton drenches Putnam CountyA look up at the sky saw sunny skies across Northeast Florida on Friday. But in Putnam County, some communities are looking outside their doors and seeing water -- lots of water.
Hurricane Helene getting stronger, what's the latest Advisory?
Read full article: Hurricane Helene getting stronger, what's the latest Advisory?Stay updated on Hurricane Helene's path, anticipated weather impacts including rain, wind, and local flooding, and necessary precautionary steps to ensure safety.
‘It’s emotional’: The Jacksonville School for Autism is picking up the pieces after a sewage backup flooded their campus
Read full article: ‘It’s emotional’: The Jacksonville School for Autism is picking up the pieces after a sewage backup flooded their campusThe Jacksonville School for Autism (JSA) suffered a devasting flood last Wednesday that displaced dozens of special needs students.
‘Could potentially save lives’: City of Jacksonville working on first-of-its-kind comprehensive flood model
Read full article: ‘Could potentially save lives’: City of Jacksonville working on first-of-its-kind comprehensive flood modelCity leaders say they are building a first-of-its-kind comprehensive look at how the city floods.
Fernandina Beach staff working to address drainage issues as heavy rain continues to cause flooding
Read full article: Fernandina Beach staff working to address drainage issues as heavy rain continues to cause floodingCity of Fernandina Beach staff members with the Stormwater Department are working to evaluate and address drainage issues as rain continues to cause widespread flooding across Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia.
‘You need a kayak’: Residents on some Jacksonville dirt roads report issues with entering, exiting amid flooding
Read full article: ‘You need a kayak’: Residents on some Jacksonville dirt roads report issues with entering, exiting amid floodingAfter days of rain, people who live on some dirt roads in Jacksonville, said their streets are impassable for cars too low to the ground.
Why experts say it’s a good idea for homeowners to have flood insurance
Read full article: Why experts say it’s a good idea for homeowners to have flood insuranceCatastrophic flash flooding continues in South Florida after three consecutive days of torrential rains, and while it’s too early to tell exactly the totality of damage to vehicles and property, local Insurance experts said the flooding should be a reminder that now is the time to get flood insurance.
‘Hanging on for dear life’: Family of beloved pet pigs drown in McGirts Creek in Jacksonville’s Westside due to flooding
Read full article: ‘Hanging on for dear life’: Family of beloved pet pigs drown in McGirts Creek in Jacksonville’s Westside due to floodingAlexa Lane in Jacksonville’s westside was rebuilt after it collapsed over the weekend and property owners said they’ve dealt with a variety of problems by the rain including the loss of animals.
Deadly flooding strikes Northwest after ‘Pineapple Express’ storm
Read full article: Deadly flooding strikes Northwest after ‘Pineapple Express’ stormExtremely heavy rain paired with record-warm temperatures from the tropically-infused atmospheric river storm that sent several rivers over their banks Tuesday caused deadly flooding across parts of Washington and Oregon
Nor’easter batters coast, sets back St. Johns County’s rebuilding process following last hurricane season
Read full article: Nor’easter batters coast, sets back St. Johns County’s rebuilding process following last hurricane seasonWater levels are expected to rise 2 to 4 feet above normal, so a Coastal Flood Warning and a Coastal Flood Advisory remain in effect through Tuesday morning.
Flooding at times of High Tide, drier weekend ahead
Read full article: Flooding at times of High Tide, drier weekend aheadAreas of light rain continue across southeast Georgia while most of northeast Florida dries under cloudy skies. Our main hazard today and through the weekend will be flooding at times of high tide along our area rivers, the intercoastal and the Atlantic.
‘I just don’t know what to do’: Multiple homes along Ken Knight Drive flood during Nicole
Read full article: ‘I just don’t know what to do’: Multiple homes along Ken Knight Drive flood during NicoleMultiple Ken Knight Drive homes along the Ribault River flooded and suffered significant damage as Nicole swept through Florida on Thursday.
18-year-old identified as man given CPR after being shocked by downed powerline in flood waters, St. Augustine police say
Read full article: 18-year-old identified as man given CPR after being shocked by downed powerline in flood waters, St. Augustine police saySt. Augustine Police confirm a man was shocked by a downed power line in flood waters. He's in Flagler Hospital in critical condition.
Flagler County: ‘Don’t drive on A1A unless absolutely necessary’
Read full article: Flagler County: ‘Don’t drive on A1A unless absolutely necessary’A day after asking residents and visitors in certain parts of the county to evacuate ahead of Nicole, Flagler County emergency management officials on Thursday asked drivers to avoid using A1A if at all possible.
Red Cross issues flood safety tips as Nicole strengthens, heads toward coast
Read full article: Red Cross issues flood safety tips as Nicole strengthens, heads toward coastThe American Red Cross is urging residents along the coast of Northeast Florida to prepare their homes ahead of Tropical Storm Nicole.
St. Johns County leaders meet to discuss federal disaster aid after Ian
Read full article: St. Johns County leaders meet to discuss federal disaster aid after IanPeople in hard-hit areas can file for temporary housing assistance, basic home repairs and certain other uninsured disaster-related needs through insurance through FEMA.
More than 20 people huddled inside a one bedroom apartment, hoping to survive Hurricane Ian
Read full article: More than 20 people huddled inside a one bedroom apartment, hoping to survive Hurricane IanStructures are unrecognizable on San Carlos Island, just adjacent to Fort Myers Beach. Temple Condone lives on the island in Sunnyland Court Mobile Home Park.
Many concerned more of Flagler Beach pier could wash away after Ian
Read full article: Many concerned more of Flagler Beach pier could wash away after IanAbout 100 feet worth of the pier at Flagler Beach washed away during Ian on Thursday, and many worry that more could be wiped out in the aftermath of the storm.
Ian’s rains flood San Marco streets, but business and homes are spared
Read full article: Ian’s rains flood San Marco streets, but business and homes are sparedAnytime it rains heavily in Jacksonville, you can bet San Marco will experience flooding. Ian’s heavy rains are no exception --flooding is happening in the streets of San Marco. Lasalle Street looks like a river Thursday.
Southern St. Johns County sees flooding from Ian
Read full article: Southern St. Johns County sees flooding from IanAs Ian crossed the Florida Peninsula and then went off the coast into the Atlantic on Thursday, there was flooding in the areas of Crescent Beach and Summer Haven in southern St. Johns County.
Photos, videos show more flooding, wind damage and rain as Ian blows through Florida
Read full article: Photos, videos show more flooding, wind damage and rain as Ian blows through FloridaImages of flooding Thursday morning from St. Augustine’s bayside and nearby neighborhoods filled social media channels and we showed it to you live on News4JAX.com and Channel 4.
Mayor Curry: Power outages will continue, flood risks remain as storm passes
Read full article: Mayor Curry: Power outages will continue, flood risks remain as storm passesWhile the track of Ian is good news for Duval County residents, Mayor Lenny Curry said Thursday afternoon that Jacksonville shouldn’t ease up in precautions just yet.
Clay County working on 2 projects to eliminate major storm damage issues
Read full article: Clay County working on 2 projects to eliminate major storm damage issuesClay County is working to eliminate major damage issues during catastrophic storms like what the county dealt with in 2017 following Hurricane Irma.
Vehicle owners face the aftermath of Springfield flooding, city working to fix ongoing flood issues
Read full article: Vehicle owners face the aftermath of Springfield flooding, city working to fix ongoing flood issuesVideo footage from News4JAX Insiders captured cars underwater at UF Health and major flooding in the Springfield area Thursday afternoon.
Arlington Hills residents are fed up with flooding and broken promises to fix it
Read full article: Arlington Hills residents are fed up with flooding and broken promises to fix itArlington Hills residents tell News4JAX, it's happening again and that nothing is being done to fix it. They're talking about flooding and drainage problems.
Father meets daughter for 1st time as families reunite when USS Minneapolis-Saint Paul arrives at Mayport
Read full article: Father meets daughter for 1st time as families reunite when USS Minneapolis-Saint Paul arrives at MayportThe USS Minneapolis-Saint Paul docked at Naval Station Mayport around 9 a.m.
A surprising climate change contributor: retention ponds that reduce flooding
Read full article: A surprising climate change contributor: retention ponds that reduce floodingNew research out of the University of Florida suggests that stormwater ponds, specifically permanently wet retention ponds, are a significant source of climate change-causing greenhouse gas emissions.
Hurricanes and flooding: Our biggest fears in the fall
Read full article: Hurricanes and flooding: Our biggest fears in the fallFlorida’s Severe Weather Awareness Week runs from Feb. 7 to Feb. 11, serving as an opportunity for residents to learn about the various weather hazards that frequently impact the state and how families and businesses can prepare for these natural events.
Nor’easter, Weather Authority Alert comes to an end
Read full article: Nor’easter, Weather Authority Alert comes to an endCoastal flood warnings are up along all of the Florida and Georgia coastal areas, including all inland tidal areas. Northeast winds continue to build into sunrise Saturday, then subside into Sunday.
Nor’easter triggers Weather Authority Alerts for Friday, Saturday
Read full article: Nor’easter triggers Weather Authority Alerts for Friday, SaturdayCoastal flood watches have been issues along all of the Florida and Georgia coastal areas, including all inland tidal areas. Northeast winds continue to slowly build into Saturday, then only slowly subside into Sunday.
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These videos show just how shocking the flooding in NYC really is
Read full article: These videos show just how shocking the flooding in NYC really isHurricane Ida may not pack the strong winds it once had when it hit Louisiana, but it’s still dumping an insane amount of rain in its path, including on New York City.
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St. Augustine Commissioners to form committee for flooding management
Read full article: St. Augustine Commissioners to form committee for flooding managementST. AUGUSTINE, Fla. – St. Augustine commissioners are forming a committee to help minimize the impacts of flooding throughout the historic city. The city has been advertising applications for community members to join a citizen advisory committee. Broadly, the advisory group would be tasked with creating goals to minimize flooding impacts. Commissioners was to meet Monday morning to formalize the goals for the committee. The city commissioners will select the advisory members on Nov. 9.
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Done with the nor’easter?
Read full article: Done with the nor’easter?JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Quick update the nor’easter... All of the Coastal Warnings continue including: Coastal Flood Warning, Gale Warning, Heavy Surf, Extreme Rip Current Risk. The nor’easter which rolled in on Saturday morning has shifted from the rains of Saturday to windy, tidal flooding conditions that will persist for days. Winds have been gusty and generally under 30 mph in inland areas, but those winds have been much higher along the coast with 43 mph winds at Mayport and 48 mph winds at Marineland. Tidal flooding has been taken place at high tide and these high tides will continue to run 1 to 1-1/2 feet above normal high tide through this work week. Want to read more on the nor’easter?