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Pascale reports on relief efforts from the Cajun Navy and others who are donating supplies, funds, and equipment to help people in the aftermath of Hurricane Ian, in addition to relief assistance provided by FEMA, National Guard, and other government and private agencies.

Jessica reports from Jacksonville Heights, where a man ambushed two police officers last night, wounding one, before an attempted escape had a tragic turnout.

Blair is in Orlando, reporting on the damages and cleanup efforts in Central Florida. President Biden & Governor DeSantis were quick to cooperate on coordinating relief resources, but excess water overwhelming the sewage and irrigation systems in Central Florida is delaying cleanup efforts.

Kelly Wilson joins JMN to give an update on SJC Hurricane Ian cleanups and service restorations, with a reminder that flooded areas may be further impacted by today's noon high tide.

Mike Mazur of Florida Power & Light joins JMN to update us on efforts to get power restored to customers in SJC and other affected Florida areas.

President Biden and Governor DeSantis, often at political odds, were cooperative in arranging advanced federal assistance approval in anticipation of Hurricane Ian's Florida impact.

Meghan reports on the flooding in Riverside and San Marco, where water is still deep on some of the streets despite the current low tide. The next high tide promises more flooding along the riverfront communities.

Today, FEMA’s administrator is heading to Florida to check in on the federal response on the ground and any additional resources for the recovery. Right now there’s a disaster declaration for Florida which will make it easier for governments to get federal money. President Biden says he plans to visit both Florida and Puerto Rico soon to see the damage. We continue breaking down the federal respon...

The Talkmaster, who lives in Naples, joined live coverage of Hurricane Ian.

Christy Turner updates us on Ian's impact in Central Florida, where storm damage is extensive.

Robert reports from Fernandina Beach on Hurricane Ian's aftermath in Nassau County, where flooding remains an issue with the next high tide expected at noon.

Sherri updates us on JEA crew deployments, power outages, and bridge winds, from the Duval County Emergency Operations Center.

Lorena updates us on SJC resources are responding to the challenges Tropical Storm Ian is raising in the area, including power outages and flooding storm surge.

Kelly updates listeners on SJC power outages and storm surge flooding as we get closer to the mid day high tides.

Christy checks in with an update on how Central Florida is faring as Tropical Storm Ian makes its way across the state.

Sherri checks in from the Duval EOC with an update on power outages and bridge closures as Ian's storms make their way into the Jacksonville area.

Jared reports on the President's approval for disaster relief funds for Florida. He will attend a meeting with FEMA leadership later today.

Sherri checks in again from the Duval County Emergency Operations Center, with updates on local power issues. FPL, Clay Electric Co-Op, and JEA crews are responding as quickly and safely as possible.

Meghan reports from the beaches, where the waterfront has been officially closed for Jax Beach, Neptune Beach, and Atlantic Beach due to hazardous water conditions, not to mention the strong winds and rains from Ian.

Sherri is in the Emergency Operations Center this morning, with updates on traffic, winds, bridges, power outages, and more. Stay tuned for frequent updates with Sherri all morning on WOKV!

Blair reports on President Biden's warning against businesses price gouging, directing his comments both at fuel retailers AND oil companies, as Florida experiences emergency conditions. Less than 2% of the nation's daily fuel production should be impacted as a result of Ian.

Robert reports on Ian's impact in the Baymeadows area so far.

Kennedy reports on storm effects so far in St. Augustine, where rain and winds are increasing along with the storm surge.

Christy Turner joins JMN to report on conditions in the Central Florida/Orlando area, as (now) Tropical Storm Ian makes its way across the state.

Beth reports on the early morning effects of Hurricane Ian's winds & rain as its trek adjusts eastward of the Tampa Bay coastal area.