Ocala and Marion County prepare for Helene
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Live updates on Thursday: Ocala and Marion County brace for Hurricane Helene
Central Marion County, including Ocala, and western Marion were under a flood watch Thursday morning as Hurricane Helene continued moving toward Florida. "Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible," the National Weather Service said.
Live updates: Ocala and Marion County prepare for Helene
City of Ocala and Marion County government offices will close at noon Sept. 26 and re-open Sept. 27. County officials said despite the closure, animal control officials will be available by phone at (352) 671-8727. Also, 911 dispatchers will continue to be ready to answer emergency calls.
Residents in Marion County prepare for Tropical Storm Helene
Marion County schools are closed on Thursday. People with special needs can check in at West Port High School starting at 2 pm tomorrow. The school will be open to the public starting at 4 pm. For a list of sandbag locations, click here.
Hurricane Helene: Tree falls on home in Ocala due to strong winds
FOX 35's Marie Edinger spoke to a woman who's home has been destroyed after a tree fell on the roof due to the strong winds rolling through from Hurricane Helene.
Helene: Marion County Public Schools will be closed Thursday; sandbag stations are open
Marion County Public Schools will be closed Thursday as the area braces for the weather system coming this way. Here's what we know so far about Helene.
Ocala homes damaged from Hurricane Helene
Several homes in the Ocala area reported damage from fallen trees. One homeowner said he and friends were gathered together when they heard a loud noise and discovered a large tree had slammed into his home.
Preparing for Hurricane Helene in Ocala
Ocala residents were getting some last minute sandbags at the Tuscawilla Park location Thursday morning. The city of Ocala was closing that site noon. The hurricane is expected to make landfall in the Big Bend area late Thursday.
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they all have individuals who respond of the Florida Department of Transportation like we’re all in the same room,” said Zach Moore, public information officer for Marion County. Channel 9 spoke ...
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