Hurricane Matthew updates as of Friday, Oct.7 at 1 a.m.

“Hurricane Matthew is the type of storm that hurricane and weather experts have been training for.” – NWS

“This is a once in a 100 year type of storm” – NWS

(Note updated Storm FAQs attached.)

City Continues Preparation for Possible Impacts of Storm

City Continues Preparation for Possible Impacts of Storm

In anticipation of Hurricane Matthew, evacuation orders have been issued for people living in the beaches communities and evacuation zones A and B. Evacuations zones can be viewed at http://maps.coj.net/DuvalProperty or by downloading the JaxReady mobile app. Four local shelter locations have been identified. One location, The Legends Center (5130 Soutel Dr.- 32208; pet friendly), opened at 7 p.m. Wednesday.

Beaches and Low-Lying Areas Plan for Impact of Hurricane Matthew

The City of Jacksonville, in preparation for the potential impact of Hurricane Matthew, has declared a state of emergency for Duval County. Mayor Lenny Curry is advising citizens at the Beaches and low-lying areas to evacuate. 

Domestic Violence Awareness Month provides an opportunity to bring awareness to the impact of domestic violence and strengthen efforts to offer assistance and support to victims. The month-long observance evolved from the Day of Unity held by the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence in October 1981, an effort to connect advocates across the nation who were working to end domestic violence. The Day of Unity eventually grew to a weeklong observance, and in October 1987, the first Domestic Violence Awareness Month was observed.

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