Evacuations underway in St. Johns County ahead of Hurricane IanMandatory evacuations were underway Wednesday for roughly 180,000 people in St. Johns County as Hurricane Ian approaches the state. People living near water are advised to go to higher ground and leave their homes.
Areas in Putnam County expect to see up to 15 inches of rain, 58 mph winds, commissioner saysPutnam County Commissioner Bill Pickens said residents can expect seven to 15 inches of rain and 39-58 mph winds. The storm surge on the St. Johns River is expected to reach three feet.