Jax City Council to discuss bill to give sheriff, elected officials power to veto lawsuits involving their offices
JACKSONVILLE, Fl. – On Monday at 2 p.m., Jacksonville’s City Council Rules Committee will discuss a bill that would require approval from the sheriff for future settlements in police shooting…
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JEA reports power outages in Julington Creek after severe weather
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Thousands of people were without power after severe weather and strong winds rolled through the First Coast on Tuesday. JEA reported more than 2,800 customers affected by…
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Waterspout spotted in Ga., trees downed, power knocked out in Northeast Florida as strong storms blow through the area
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Heavy rains, strong winds and thunderstorms blew through Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia on Tuesday afternoon, but the area was mostly spared from widespread storm damage and…
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What to do if the power goes out
With severe storms expected to bring high winds that could down trees, power outages are possible Tuesday. RELATED: FWC urges owners to prepare and secure boats | Preparing for the…
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High winds, downed trees, potential power outages expected Tuesday
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Isolated strong-to-severe storms will bring the threat of heavy downpours, tornadoes and small hail Tuesday with the worst of the weather expected between noon and 7 p.m….
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JEA crews prepare for power outages ahead of severe weather
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — JEA services crews spent Monday preparing for severe weather expected to hit the First Coast Tuesday, bringing high winds and rainfall to the area. JEA leaders say high…
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Ahead of storm, local officials bracing for the potential of downed trees, power outages and localized flooding
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Ahead of Tuesday’s storm, local officials are bracing for the potential of downed trees, power outages and localized flooding. A Jacksonville city spokesperson said they’re not planning…
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JEA considers 4% rate hike, plans to expand solar power
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – JEA leaders met on Tuesday to talk about the electric bills for area residents and what they will be paying next year. The rates are likely to…
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Man’s boat loses power, washes up on Jacksonville Beach
Luke Rehberg’s 40-foot boat drew in crowds of beach goers Tuesday. JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — A sailboat is stranded on Jacksonville Beach shores, and its captain refuses to leave the vessel’s…
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JEA working to reduce non-weather related power outages
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Non-weather-related power outages are known to happen at the worst time, so understanding what’s causing those outages has helped JEA reduce them. Whether it is while watching…
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