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Hurricane season ends with 20 named storms, few had impact on U.S.

What was projected to be a "near normal" hurricane season officially ended Thursday with 20 named storms -- one of the most active seasons on record.

Ukraine claims responsibility for killing a Russia-backed official in Luhansk by a car bomb

Ukraine’s intelligence agency has claimed responsibility for a car bombing that killed a member of the Russia-backed authority in the illegally annexed Luhansk region.

A Ukrainian missile strike on a shipyard in Crimea damages a Russian ship

The Russian military says a Ukrainian missile strike on a shipyard in annexed Crimea had damaged a Russian ship.

Nigel picks up the pace and moves away

Nigel forms in the Atlantic

Hurricane Lee continues as a Category 3

Some fluctuations in intensity are likely over the next few days, however, Lee is expected to remain a powerful hurricane through early next week.

Lee rapidly strengthens to Category 2, expected to be major hurricane later today

Hurricane Lee strengthened rapidly into a Category 2 storm Thursday and is forecast to become a major hurricane before the end of the day.

Two days after Hurricane Idalia slammed into Florida, 90,000 still without power

President Joe Biden plans to visit the Big Bend region of Florida this weekend to survey the damage left behind from Hurricane Idalia.

Insurance industry says Southeast ‘dodged a bullet,’ but residents in hard-hit areas still worry about rate hikes

Saying the insurance industry “dodged a bullet,” a reinsurance firm Thursday estimated that Hurricane Idalia caused $3 billion to $5 billion in insured losses.

Hurricane Idalia destroys power company’s infrastructure in Columbia County; 18,000 still without power

Columbia County’s emergency management director said Hurricane Idalia storm destroyed some infrastructure a power company needs to get back online.

Jacksonville residents and city clean up after glancing blow from Hurricane Idalia

Jacksonville was spared from the major blunt of Hurricane Idalila, but the storm still left its mark on parts of the city.

1 Florida death reported, 40 people rescued in wake of Hurricane Idalia

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said there was one reported death in the state attributed to Hurricane Idalia, a powerful storm that slammed into the Big Bend region on Wednesday.

‘We’ve never experienced that before’: Jasper residents cleaning up, helping one another after Idalia

Residents in the small community Jasper said that they’d never seen anything like what Hurricane Idalia brought to town on Wednesday. Whipping winds and sideways rain started pounding the area just before noon and dragged on across the day.

‘It was frightening’: Hurricane Idalia hits Florida with 125 mph winds, floods streets, snaps trees and cuts power

Hurricane Idalia tore into Florida at the speed of a fast-moving train Wednesday, splitting trees in half, ripping roofs off hotels and turning small cars into boats before sweeping into Georgia as a still-powerful storm that flooded roadways and sent residents running for higher ground.

Strong winds from Hurricane Idalia rip roof off Southeast Georgia elementary school, down multiple trees

A Georgia school sustained major damage on Wednesday as strong winds from Hurricane Idalia blew through the area.

Hurricane Idalia photo gallery: See the aftermath of the storm in Florida

Hurricane Idalia made landfall in Florida as a Category 3 storm in the early morning hours Wednesday. These are images from across the state from the storm.

Memorial Park damaged by storm surge, flooding from Hurricane Idalia

Hurricane Idalia made her way through Riverside on Wednesday, leaving damage and wet conditions behind.

Updated school closures: Columbia County schools to remain closed Friday as power outages persist

Multiple school districts in Northeast Florida counties announced that they are closing this week due to the expected impact of Tropical Storm Idalia.

LIVE: Mayor Deegan, emergency officials to give update on Hurricane Idalia

Mayor Donna Deegan and Officials will share updates regarding Hurricane Idalia at noon.

Power outages: Tracking outages across Northeast Florida, Southeast Georgia

News4JAX will be working to track how many residents across our area are without power in Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia as Hurricane Idalia moves through Florida.

Putnam County residents in low-lying areas evacuate ahead of Hurricane Idalia

Voluntary evacuations are underway in Putnam County ahead of Hurricane Idalia, which is expected to make landfall Wednesday morning as a Category 3 storm.

Another major Florida hurricane threatens to worsen property insurance market, add ‘Hurricane Tax’ for policy holders

As a major hurricane, Idalia not only threatens the lives of Floridians but also the progress of Florida’s property insurance market that was already in crisis.

Hurricane Idalia predicted to make landfall on Florida’s Gulf Coast as Category 4 storm with at least 130 mph winds

Hurricane Idalia continued to intensify Tuesday evening as a Category 2 storm after reaching hurricane strength Tuesday morning.

Hurricane Idalia shakes up high school football schedule

Hurricane Idalia is throwing the high school football schedule for a loop.

Flagler County issues evacuation order for Idalia for people in mobile homes, RVs, unsafe structures

The Call Center number is 386-313-4200, the regular line to the Emergency Operations Center.

St. Johns County updates for Hurricane Idalia: What you need to know about services, schools, beaches and more

St. Johns County is expected to feel the effects of Hurricane Idalia on Wednesday morning. Here are the latest updates from the county on services, schools and more.

Nassau County issues evacuation order for some residents as Hurricane Idalia approaches

Nassau County issued an evacuation order, effective at 8 a.m. Tuesday, for power-dependent special needs individuals and those living in flood-prone structures, vulnerable structures and mobile homes.

Updated school closures: Numerous Northeast Florida counties announce Idalia-related shutdowns

Multiple school districts in Northeast Florida counties announced that they are closing this week due to the expected impact of Tropical Storm Idalia.

‘Take this seriously’: St. Johns County gives out free sandbags ahead of incoming tropical storm

St. Johns County is providing free sandbags starting at 12 p.m. on Monday at six locations throughout the county in preparation for Tropical Storm Idalia.

Halfway through hurricane season, Floridians have another chance to save on disaster prep supplies

Florida’s second Disaster Preparedness sales tax holiday starts Saturday and runs through Sept. 8. It allows families to save on important items necessary for hurricane season.

Red Cross, JFRD hands gives hurricane kit items to people who live along the Ribualt River

We’re more than two months into hurricane season and local agencies are making sure communities in high-flood zone areas are prepared.

How Florida uses hurricane simulator programs to prepare for the next storm

Planning for a hurricane means high-stakes decisions must be made quickly, especially when you're the person or organization responsible for people's lives and preparedness.

Florida’s insurance crisis: DeSantis says ‘knock on wood’ during hurricane season

Gov. DeSantis is also making news after addressing the topic, on a conservative talk show, where DeSantis is urging patience and hoping for no hurricanes this season.

Dangerous paradise? Complacency among longtime Floridians a concern for storm season

The Weather Authority talked one-on-one with National Hurricane Center Director Michael Brennan, about his concerns with local complacency during the 2023 hurricane season.

Low income, minority populations among those more vulnerable to storms

Hurricane season is underway, and it’s crucial to know what you’re going to do when a storm hits because it’s just a matter of time.

Flagler County Emergency Management rolling out new safety measures ahead of hurricane season

Flagler County Emergency Management is rolling out new measures to help keep residents safe. It was announced during a meeting with multiple media outlets.

Florida’s Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday starts Saturday. Here’s what’s covered.

The start of hurricane season is only days away and Florida’s Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday is underway from May 27 to June 9 to help people save on much-needed supplies as they prepare for the upcoming season.

New Hurricane Season comes with extended forecast from the National Hurricane Center

4x daily outlooks from the National Hurricane Center will now show probabilities of tropical development up to 7 days into the future.

Hurricane season begins June 1, consumers urged to get supplies now

Hurricane season officially begins June 1, but officials urge consumers to stock up on supplies now to make sure their families have what they need to avoid a mad rush at the store.

Here are the essentials needed to complete your hurricane kit

The weekend before Tropical Storm Ian is anticipated to come toward Florida is a great time to start double-checking your hurricane kits -- or creating one.

Hurricane Nicole FEMA support application deadline ends Monday

Monday is the last day to apply for assistance if you were affected by Hurricane Nicole.FEMA assistance applies only to select Florida counties. Only three counties in our area are eligible to apply: Flagler, St. Johns, and Putnam Counties.

Disaster Recovery Center in Flagler to close Jan. 31

The Federal Emergency Management Agency will close the Disaster Recovery Center it has been operating at the Flagler County Fairgrounds at the end of business on Jan. 31.

2022 hurricane season: But wait! There’s more!

We have mentioned on air and in the News4JAX Weather Authority Insider newsletter we were expecting late-season tropical activity/storm this year.

JEA lifts boil water advisory for Ken Knight Drive area

A boil water alert issued for hundreds of residents in the Ken Knight Drive area of Jacksonville’s Northside was lifted Saturday, JEA told News4JAX.

Early damage assessment in Volusia County tops $481 million from Hurricane Nicole

The initial damage assessment for Hurricane Nicole’s wrath in Volusia County is over $481 million, topping the $377 million mark set by Hurricane Ian, according to the Volusia County Property Appraiser.

Woman says she was forced out window with her 3 pets due to Nicole’s surge

April Sweatt said she can’t return to her home, and she’s concerned what might happen as she struggles to find help.

Water main break slows recovery efforts along heavily-saturated Ken Knight Drive

A water main leak Friday was slowing down progress for residents along Ken Knight Drive on Jacksonville’s Northside whose homes were flooded during Nicole.

Flagler County estimates nearly $24M in damage due to Nicole

Flagler County on Friday — a day after Hurricane Nicole made landfall along Florida’s east coast — submitted an initial damage assessment report to the state in the amount of $23.7 million, according to a news release from the county.

Clay County asks boaters to stay off water because of debris from Nicole

Clay County officials asked boaters to avoid all of the county’s waterways Friday as the Clay County Sheriff’s Office Marine Unit worked to clear debris left in the wake of Nicole.

Beach erosion leaves at least one St. Johns County home teetering on cliff

Officials said Friday that the county experienced significant impacts from Nicole throughout coastal St. Johns County.

Several Flagler County parks closed until further notice after Nicole

Several Flagler County Parks are closed until further notice because of flooding caused by Nicole.

Clay County: Significant flooding around Black Creek, Doctors Inlet due to storm surge

During a Thursday afternoon news briefing, Clay County Emergency Operations officials said the main issue appears to be “storm effects” from Nicole.

Nor’easter & Nicole bring near-record flooding, does a seiche hit downtown tonight?

The one-two punch of our nor’easter followed by Hurricane Nicole brought near-record flooding from the downtown areas of the St. Johns River east to the Coastal Beaches.

Choose Your View: Nicole impacts Northeast Florida

From flooding in Downtown St. Augustine and Doctors Lake to the impacts in Downtown Jacksonville and along the beaches, you can choose your view of what’s happening live with Tropical Storm Nicole from our News4JAX SkyCam Network.

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.

Flagler County orders evacuations along coast & A1A in preparation for Nicole

Flagler County announced that evacuation orders are effective at 3:30 p.m. Wednesday for residents and visitors in Zone A, the barrier island from Flagler Beach to Marineland, as well as mobile homes and RVs countywide, because of Tropical Storm Nicole.

Alachua County opens shelters for those impacted by Nicole

Alachua County opened multiple shelters for those who needed to evacuate because of Tropical Storm Nicole.

Latest closures, cancellations around Jacksonville area due to Nicole

We will update this list as information becomes available ahead of the storm.

Voluntary evacuation orders for portions of Nassau County ahead of Nicole

Nassau County announced at 9 a.m. Wednesday that evacuations have been ordered for Zones A & D in the county.

Southeast Georgia counties urge residents to keep eye on Nicole

Officials in Southeast Georgia are monitoring the track of Nicole.

Disney World closes as Nicole heads to Florida

As Tropical Storm Nicole heads toward Florida, Walt Disney World announced it would implement phased closures of its parks.

Here’s what we know about school closures for Nicole

As school districts opt to close ahead of the effects of Nicole, we'll keep you updated.

Mayor: Veterans Day Parade canceled Friday, Jacksonville Fair closing Thursday because of Nicole

Among the closures and major schedule changes in preparation for Nicole, the Jacksonville Veterans Day Parade and breakfast on Friday will not take place, Mayor Lenny Curry announced Tuesday.

Where to find sandbags ahead of Nicole, nor’easter

Local counties are preparing for the one-two punch of a nor'easter and an approaching tropical system.

Tropical Depression Lisa moves over the Bay of Campeche

Potential Tropical Cyclone 15 morphed into Tropical Storm Lisa on Monday morning.

Lisa and Martin may have company in the Caribbean

From the National Hurricane Center:

Flagler County pier closed after officials find it unsafe for public use following Hurricane Ian damage

The Flagler County Beach City Commission has voted to keep the pier closed after an engineering firm said it is no longer safe for public use following significant Hurricane Ian damage.

FEMA opens Disaster Recovery Center in Putnam County

Disaster Recovery Centers provide disaster survivors with information from Florida state agencies, FEMA and the U.S. Small Business Administration.

Two areas to keep us watching the Tropics

From the National Hurricane Center:

What new data reveals about Ian’s storm surge

Hurricane Ian brought a historic and deadly storm surge to southwest Florida when it came ashore two weeks ago yesterday.

Jacksonville Humane Society unites adopter and 2 cats after Hurricane Ian

The Jacksonville Humane Society transferred in 75 cats from shelters that were affected by Hurricane Ian.

A new hotline is created for reporting displaced boats and vessels due to Hurricane Ian

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) has established a hotline for reporting displaced vessels still on Florida state waters because of Hurricane Ian.

Local law enforcement and rescue agencies are in Southwest Florida helping Hurricane Ian survivors

As people work to recover from the devastation Hurricane Ian left behind, they have helping hands from Northeast Florida. Several law enforcement and rescue agencies from our area sent teams to help with everything from rescues to clean up.

D-SNAP program begins Monday for Florida residents affected by Hurricane Ian

Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program also known as D-SNAP will provide food assistance to Floridians in select counties, News4JAX sister station WKMG-TV reported Saturday.

A multi-purpose arena in Southwest Florida is being used as a shelter for hurricane victims

Hertz Arena in Estero is a 7,181 seat arena used for sports and entertainment. Right now, more than 500 people call it home.

More than a week later, search and rescue teams in Fort Myers Beach are still finding bodies

The wrath of Hurricane Ian left Fort Myers Beach in shambles. More than a week later, search and rescue teams are still searching for and finding bodies.

Calls for another special session on insurance after Ian causes $47B in estimated losses

Ian may have caused as much as $47 billion in insured losses, according to a recent estimate, making it among the most expensive storms in the state’s history.

USS Orleck opens to visitors Wednesday after Hurricane Ian delay

The USS Orleck -- the centerpiece of the Jacksonville Naval Museum -- opened to the public Wednesday after a weeklong delay caused by Hurricane Ian.

More than 20 people huddled inside a one bedroom apartment, hoping to survive Hurricane Ian

Structures are unrecognizable on San Carlos Island, just adjacent to Fort Myers Beach. Temple Condone lives on the island in Sunnyland Court Mobile Home Park.

TELL US: Do you have flood insurance? Why or why not?

Many Florida homeowners are dealing with flood damage and destruction after Hurricane Ian hit, and many do not have insurance to help them rebuild.

Florida’s Hurricane Ian claims at $1.6B; More than 222,000 insurance claims filed

Those numbers are expected to dramatically increase with estimates as high as 40 billion.

Thousands of members of the Army National Guard deliver supplies to Hurricane Ian survivors

Thousands of members of the Army National Guard were deployed to areas hit hardest by Hurricane Ian.

Davis Shores residents digging out as St. Augustine begins debris pickup after Ian

St. Augustine residents were still cleaning up their homes from storm debris and floodwater damage Saturday, two days after Ian left a trail of destruction across Florida.

Over $20M raised within 48 hours of activating Florida Disaster Fund

First Lady Casey DeSantis announced Saturday that within 48 hours of activating the Florida Disaster Fund, it had raised over $20 million in donations to support communities impacted by Hurricane Ian.

Feeding Northeast Florida holds 6 emergency food distributions Saturday

Feeding Northeast Florida announced six emergency food distribution sites for those in need Saturday in the wake of Hurricane Ian.

Flagler, Putnam, St. Johns and Volusia now eligible for FEMA aid after Ian. Will you be applying?

Individuals and households in Flagler, Putnam, St. Johns and Volusia counties can apply for FEMA Individual Assistance, which may include temporary housing assistance, basic home repairs and certain other uninsured disaster-related needs.

‘We’re just getting started’: Search and rescue teams comb Fort Myers Beach for those who survived, and those who didn’t

Fort Myers Beach is destroyed. The pain, suffering and destruction is indescribable.

St. Johns County opens post-Ian impact shelter

In response to impacts from Hurricane Ian, St. Johns County on Friday opened the Solomon Calhoun Community Center, located at 1300 Duval St., as a post-impact shelter for those who are unable to return to their homes.

VIDEOS: Coast Guard makes heroic rescues in area hit hardest by Hurricane Ian

An aircrew from Air Station Miami, U.S. Coast Guard MH-65 Dolphin, rescued several people stranded in Sanibel Island Thursday. On Friday, the U.S. Coast Guard District 7 shared the body camera video of the rescues.

Fort Myers: A scene of devastation & heartbreak

Hurricane Ian’s wind, rain and storm surge has caused at least a dozen deaths, flooded homes, left millions without power and flattened businesses. Now, people who live there are assessing the damage, and preparing to rebuild what Ian destroyed.

Jacksonville International Airport to open for operations on Friday

Officials with the Jacksonville International Airport announced late Wednesday night that all flights out of JAX airport Thursday have been canceled.

Ian’s rains flood San Marco streets, but business and homes are spared

Anytime 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.

Video shows devastating destruction in Fort Myers Beach after Ian’s wrath

Footage from Fort Myers Beach shows the devastating destruction left behind as the storm moves north.

Southern St. Johns County sees flooding from Ian

As 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

Images 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

While 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.

Hurricane Ian makes landfall in South Carolina

Ian caused devastating storm surge, flooding and damage across the Florida Peninsula.

Signage marquee in Shoppes of Baymeadows collapses during storm

The sign displaying the names of all the businesses in the Shoppes of Baymeadows collapsed during Tropical Storm Ian.

Erosion concerns at area beaches as storm drags across the state

Wind gusts and sustained winds at Jacksonville-area beaches from Hurricane Ian have caused major erosion concerns as the storm drags across the state.

Search and rescue begins in North Port after Hurricane Ian leaves wake of damage

The worst of Hurricane Ian slammed ashore in Southwest Florida on Wednesday with brutal rains and wind lashing everything in sight.

All flights at JAX canceled Thursday, airport terminal closed

Officials with the Jacksonville International Airport announced late Wednesday night that all flights out of JAX airport Thursday have been canceled.

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