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Fences were knocked down during Irma. Photo by Pierce Turner

Hurricane Irma: UNF’s aftermath

Ronnie Rodgers Sep 11, 2017

Now that Hurricane Irma has passed, Spinnaker was able to get a better look at what the storm did to campus. Although there seems to be no significant structural damage to any buildings, some walkways...

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Jacksonville under Tornado Watch as Irma pounds South Florida

Jacksonville under Tornado Watch as Irma pounds South Florida

Hannah Lee Sep 10, 2017

https://twitter.com/FloridaStorms/status/906934865911787520 While Hurricane Irma continues to batter South Florida, tornados have been popping up statewide. All of Jacksonville is now under a tornado...

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Students can evacuate to the Fountains at noon tomorrow

Hannah Lee Sep 9, 2017

According to a recent update for UNF residents, residential students can start evacuating to the Osprey Fountains beginning at noon tomorrow, Sept. 10. There will be a temporary shuttle that will help...

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UNF during Hurricane Matthew. Photo by Tiffany Salameh

Irma brings increased risk of tornadoes and wind damage for Jacksonville, Shelters open

Tiffany Salameh Sep 9, 2017

Jacksonville is at an increased risk for tornadoes starting Sunday, according to the National Weather Service. Extensive tree and structural damage is expected throughout Duval County. The biggest...

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Jacksonville is under Hurricane Warning. Florida Storms

Jacksonville under Hurricane Warning as Hurricane Irma approaches

Tiffany Salameh Sep 9, 2017

The 11 a.m. advisory from the National Hurricane Center puts Jacksonville under a Hurricane Warning. The track continues to shift west, with Irma going up through the west coast of Florida directly...

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Classes Cancelled Until Wednesday

Hannah Lee Sep 8, 2017

Classes at UNF won’t resume until Wednesday, Sept. 13 according to a recent Osprey Update. UNF offices and the Thomas G. Carpenter Library will also remain closed until Wednesday. Residential...

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The Senate Chambers by Spinnaker Media

SG: Lend-A-Wing requests money for new staff

Colin McCann and Hannah Lee Sep 8, 2017

In the first Student Government committee meetings of the semester, quorum was not reached in three out of the four meetings. The only one that was able to meet and work on business was the Budget...

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The latest projection of Irma's track. Florida Storms

Mandatory Evacuations begin for Zones A and B

Hannah Lee Sep 8, 2017

Mandatory evacuations have been declared for Zones A and B. Those who live in mobile homes and in low-lying coastal areas are also being told to evacuate. "We are not going to ask the Sheriff to...

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The 5 p.m. update shows the storm shifting West. National Hurricane Center

Hurricane Irma predicted to weaken as it shifts West towards Jacksonville

Tiffany Salameh Sep 7, 2017

The 5 p.m. update from the National Hurricane Center shows an official change in the track of Hurricane Irma, shifting West over Jacksonville as a Category 1. Irma is predicted to maintain strength...

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UNF is not in an evacuation zone. COJ.net

Curry and Scott suggest Zones A and B start evacuating: ‘This is not another Matthew’

Tiffany Salameh Sep 7, 2017

Mayor Lenny Curry and Florida Governor Rick Scott addressed Jacksonville residents Thursday about the looming Hurricane Irma. Tropical storm force winds are expected in Jacksonville by 8 a.m. Sunday....

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Photo by Alexis Molinaro

UNF Residential Halls Closing Sunday: Students encouraged to find off-campus shelter

Hannah Lee Sep 7, 2017

The university just sent a notice to students who are living on campus. All residential communities besides the Osprey Fountains will be closing as of 2 p.m. on Sunday. Students are strongly encouraged...

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UNF sends reminders for faculty and staff before leaving for Irma

UNF sends reminders for faculty and staff before leaving for Irma

Hannah Lee Sep 7, 2017

The university just sent an email to faculty and staff, reminding all to do the following before leaving campus: Back-up computer hard drives that contain mission-critical information and aren’t...

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