www.youtube.com – WTVA 9 News – 2024-10-09 15:36:26

SUMMARY: Recent storms, including Hurricane Idalia and Hurricane Ian, have significantly impacted the Fort Myers area, with Ian causing storm surges up to five feet. Current forecasts predict up to 12 feet of storm surge, raising major concerns. Santa Belle Island and Captiva are under mandatory evacuation orders as Hurricane Idalia approaches. In addition to storm surge, hurricane-force winds are expected, and a tornado watch is in effect until 9:00 p.m. Multiple tornadoes have already been reported across Florida due to the storm’s rainbands. Felicia Colmes reports from Fort Myers for The Weather Channel.

The Weather Channel Meteorologist Felicia Combs reports from Fort Myers, Florida where she said the places under mandatory evacuation orders could see storm surge around this region up to 12 feet. Credit: The Weather Channel // Date: 10/9/2024

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www.youtube.com – WTVA 9 News – 2024-10-09 14:36:17

SUMMARY: A crew from the Power Association, specifically the 4 County Electric Power Association, has departed for Florida to assist with recovery efforts following Hurricane Milton. They are joining Central Florida’s Peace River Electric Co-op to aid in restoring power after the storm’s destructive winds and storm surge. This marks the second volunteer group sent to Florida in three weeks. The Power Association anticipates that its team will be on-site for at least a week or longer, depending on the extent of the damage caused by the hurricane.

Crews with 4-County Electric Power Association departed for Florida to help with hurricane relief.

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www.youtube.com – WTOK-TV – 2024-10-09 13:54:30

SUMMARY: Madison Carr, the Resource Development Coordinator from the United Way of East Mississippi, discusses the launch of their annual fundraising campaign, “Have a Heart and Live United.” This year, the initiative kicked off virtually, reaching a broader audience through live Facebook sessions. United Way serves four counties—Clark, Noxubee, Kemper, and Lauderdale—with twenty partnering agencies addressing local needs, including Hope Village and the Center for Pregnancy Choices. Contributions can be made via workplace payroll deductions or leadership donations. Madison encourages community involvement to enhance support for local charities. For more information, visit their website or call their office.

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