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Florida October 19, 2022

Florida Gov. DeSantis announces Sanibel Causeway reopening a week ahead of schedule

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis told reporters at a Wednesday presser that the Sanibel Island causeway had reopened a week ahead of schedule after emergency repairs.

Florida October 19, 2022

Reporter's Notebook: Returning to Florida to witness Hurricane Ian's devastation

After the chaos that Hurricane Ian caused, Florida residents are still dealing with loss of property and loved ones, but that hasn't stopped their resilience.

FEMA October 19, 2022

Florida Republicans rip ‘disgusting’ Dem push for ‘equity’ rules at FEMA

Republicans indicate they will reject the Democratic push to give FEMA an "equity" mission if they take back control of Congress in the midterm elections.

Florida October 18, 2022

In Florida, winning lottery ticket purchased in storm-ravaged Fort Myers

Florida lottery officials have revealed that a winning ticket was purchased in Fort Myers, which was recently damaged by Hurricane Ian. The ticket is worth a share of $494 million.

Florida October 18, 2022

Florida officials report record number of infections caused by 'flesh-eating' bacteria after Hurricane Ian

Southern Florida officials are warning the public to take precautions as Vibrio vulnificus infections have spiked in the state following the impact of Hurricane Ian.

Ron DeSantis October 16, 2022

Media blast DeSantis easing voter rules in areas hit hardest by Hurricane Ian because they are more Republican

Media pundits claimed Gov. Ron DeSantis, R-Fla., pulled back voting restrictions only for "Republican strongholds" in the wake of Hurricane Ian hitting Florida.

Pets October 16, 2022

Hurricane Ian victim needs new home: German shepherd-retriever is up for adoption in New Jersey

Nolan, a two-year-old German shepherd-retriever mix, is available for adoption at St. Hubert's Animal Welfare Center in New Jersey after he was transferred out of Alabama amid Hurricane Ian.

Pets October 15, 2022

Adorable labrador-retriever mix rescued from Hurricane Ian available for adoption in New Jersey

Meet Myla — a labrador retriever mix pup who is up for adoption at St. Hubert's Animal Welfare Center in New Jersey after she was transferred out of Florida during Hurricane Ian.

Hurricanes October 13, 2022

Wings of Rescue flies 28 dogs out of Florida as shelters surge in Hurricane Ian aftermath

Wings of Rescue, a non-profit organization that transports shelter pets via airplane, flew 28 dogs out of Manatee County, Florida, on Wednesday in the aftermath of Hurricane Ian.

Pets October 12, 2022

Hurricane Ian displaced scores of pets in Florida: Where are they now?

Greater Good Charities and American Humane detailed their missions to bring Florida's animals to safety and reunite pets with their families amid the destruction of Hurricane Ian.

Florida October 12, 2022

Hurricane Ian: Florida river could remain flooded until Thanksgiving, weather expert says

The St. Johns River in Florida has crested in many areas, leaving homes and roads underwater, and is unlikely to recede until late November, according to a report.