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Flooding has also been a major issue for for the Vista Lakes community, with much of the area still underwater.

This was Orlando, after all, and the army was from far, far away. The tree trimmer from Detroit spent the past two days working long hours to clear space for the linemen to string their wires. That was nice.”🔌 Power Outage Update 9/30:As of 9AM EST: 1.9M+ residents are without power due to from #HurricaneIan. It’s just, it’s fun.”Both lineman and trimmer said the locals had been extremely welcoming since they began, and relieved to learn their power wouldn’t be out for weeks on end. Duke Energy said all customers who were able to receive power after the storm would be doing so by Sunday.

ORLANDO, Fla. — After Hurricane Ian blew through Central Florida, customers are waiting with various levels of patience for their services to be restored. Florida Power and Light said more than 50% of their customers have been reconnected. 42,000+ restoration personnel are working around the clock to get power restored as quickly & safely as possible. READ: FEMA administrators arrive in Central Florida to assess Hurricane Ian assistance needsGasAs of Friday afternoon, gas shortages were reported at 16% of Central Florida stations, according to Patrick De Haan with GasBuddy. RaceTrac stations reported varying shortages at its sites, though nothing consistent or widespread.

After Riverdale Elementary School flooded due to heavy rainfall from Hurricane Ian, cleaning crews went to work to get it back in order ahead of the district's expected opening date.

Students living at the complex near the UCF campus on Friday carried out water-logged clothes in garbage bags, used a pontoon and an air mattress to rescue friends and moved furniture out of flooded apartments. “We still had power, which is terrifying, and the lights were still on, and there's knee deep water in our apartment,” said Holbert, a nursing student.

SeaWorld is reopening its parks in Florida on Saturday after closing for Hurricane Ian this week.

For the second time this week, the game between UCF and SMU has been moved due to Hurricane Ian. The game will now be played Wednesday, Oct. 5, in Orlando.

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The famously resilient restaurant, with its simple comfort food, is known for staying open after a storm, even when everything else is closed.

Many streets in Central Florida are damaged in the aftermath of Hurricane Ian.

Universal Orlando Resort, including CityWalk, has started its phased reopening of portions of the resort for guests on Friday after Hurricane Ian barreled through the area.

Groups are coming together to help storm victims. Here are places offering assistance right now. We will update this list as we get more information.

A UCF football game previously rescheduled for Sunday has been moved to next week in the aftermath of Hurricane Ian.

The American Athletic Conference announced Friday that SMU and UCF would play on Wednesday night. SMU’s trip to Orlando was originally scheduled for Saturday but the game was pushed to Sunday earlier in the week because of Hurricane Ian. UCF’s next game after the SMU matchup is Friday, Oct. 13 while SMU plays on Saturday, Oct. 14. The Wednesday game also means there will be an FBS game on Wednesday nights every week of the season outside of Oct. 26. The AAC matchup was not the only college football game forced to be rescheduled because of Hurricane Ian.

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All city parks in Orlando are closed until further notice and until crews can assess storm damage.

Some Central Florida counties were added to a list of those eligible for FEMA Individual Assistance.

Gatorland officials Friday morning asked its biggest fans and visitors for a little more time before it reopens following Hurricane Ian.

Central Florida airports shut their hangars and stopped flights in anticipation of Hurricane Ian, but by Friday morning, most were either preparing to resume operations or already had.

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ORLANDO, Fla. — Hurricane Ian is out of the picture for Central Florida, but is expected to make landfall Friday afternoon as a Category 1 hurricane in South Carolina, Channel 9 meteorologist Brian Shields said. Seas are expected to stay high as Ian whipped autumn air into the area. LIVE UPDATES: Florida works toward recovery as Hurricane Ian heads toward the CarolinasTemperatures are expected to be sunny and a high of 81 on Friday and in the mid-60s in the evening. READ: Hurricane Ian: When will Orlando’s theme parks & attractions reopen? Hurricane Ian leaves behind historic flooding in Central Florida: In-depth report (WFTV)Click here to download the free WFTV news and weather apps, click here to download the WFTV Now app for your smart TV and click here to stream Channel 9 Eyewitness News live.

ORLANDO, Fla. — Thousands of people were evacuated from nursing homes and hospitals across Florida on Thursday even as winds and water from Hurricane Ian began receding. Kristen Knapp of the Florida Health Care Association says 43 nursing homes evacuated about 3,400 residents as of Thursday morning, mostly in southwest Florida. So that is an urgent focus to get those patients transferred,” said Mary Mayhew, the president of the Florida Hospital Association. READ: Hurricane Ian: When will Orlando’s theme parks & attractions reopen? VIDEO: Hurricane Ian heading to Carolinas Hurricane Ian heading to CarolinasClick here to download the free WFTV news and weather apps, click here to download the WFTV Now app for your smart TV and click here to stream Channel 9 Eyewitness News live.

ORLANDO, Fla. — One of the biggest impacts left in Hurricane Ian’s wake is the amount of flooding in Central Florida. The National Weather Service has the following tips for how you can stay safe when flooding is nearby:1. Expand Autoplay Image 1 of 32 Hurricane Ian floods parts of Central FloridaRead: LIVE UPDATES: Florida works toward recovery as Hurricane Ian heads toward the Carolinas3. WATCH: Drone video shows extensive flooding around large hospital in KissimmeeExpand Autoplay Image 1 of 20 People rescued from Ian floodwaters around Central Florida Crews around Central Florida help rescue people from Hurricane Ian’s floodwaters. Photos: Hurricane Ian floods parts of Central FloridaClick here to download the free WFTV news and weather apps, click here to download the WFTV Now app for your smart TV and click here to stream Channel 9 Eyewitness News live.

Hurricane Ian was over southwest Florida for just a few hours.

ORLANDO, Fla. — Hurricane Ian left significant wind and rain damage across Central Florida Wednesday into Thursday before weakening, then strengthening again into a hurricane as it heads to the Carolinas. Florida is working toward recovering from the storm. See live updates below:12:15 a.m. update:As power works to get restored, there are ways to track outages across Central Florida. Click here to read more. Hurricane Ian leaves behind historic flooding in Central Florida: In-depth report (WFTV)Follow our Severe Weather team on Twitter for live updates:Visit our hurricane section: EYE ON THE TROPICSClick here to download the free WFTV news and weather apps, click here to download the WFTV Now app for your smart TV and click here to stream Channel 9 Eyewitness News live.

ORLANDO, Fla. — Chief Meteorologist Tom Terry is a key part of our Severe Weather Center 9 team. While you may have seen Tom during our continuous coverage of Hurricane Ian, others new to Florida may not know much about him. Read: LIVE UPDATES: Ian regains hurricane strength as it moves away from Florida toward South CarolinaHere are 9 facts:1. Photos: Hurricane Ian causes damage to homes, communities5. WATCH: Drone video shows extensive flooding around large hospital in KissimmeeCentral Florida Spotlight: Hurricane preparedness Anchor Greg Warmoth discusses Hurricane Charley with chief meteorologist Tom Terry and tracking technology with chief meteorologist George Waldenberger.

ORLANDO, Fla. — As Hurricane Ian has made its way through Florida, many residents may feel the residual stress of the storm. The American Psychological Association said that understanding common responses to stress during natural disasters can help you manage your mental health. Read: LIVE UPDATES: Ian regains hurricane strength as it moves away from Florida toward South CarolinaThe APA has some recommendations for Floridians, which we have compiled in the following list:1. Read: Hurricane Ian: Here’s how to track power outages in Central Florida4. Expand Autoplay Image 1 of 20 People rescued from Ian floodwaters around Central Florida Crews around Central Florida help rescue people from Hurricane Ian’s floodwaters.

ORLANDO, Fla. — Orlando International Airport will resume passenger flights after noon on Friday. Airport officials are encouraging passengers to check with their airlines for the most up-to-date information on their flight status. Operational Update – Hurricane IanOur airport will resume passenger flights after 12:00pm Friday, September 30. Please check with your airline for the most up-to-date information on your flight status. pic.twitter.com/Iot52Bk3Js — Orlando International Airport (@MCO) September 30, 2022Click here to download the free WFTV news and weather apps, click here to download the WFTV Now app for your smart TV and click here to stream Channel 9 Eyewitness News live.

A quick study by two scientists calculates that climate change made Hurricane Ian 10% rainier than it would have been if there were no such thing as global warming.

ORLANDO, Fla. — Multiple theme park companies have announced that they will be reopening between Friday and Saturday after Hurricane Ian hit central Florida. You can look below to see what theme parks will be reopening on Friday and which ones will keep their doors shut, at least until Saturday. Update from Universal Orlando Resort pic.twitter.com/T58EpBGx4f — Universal Orlando Resort (@UniversalORL) September 29, 2022SeaWorld Orlando, with its theme parks Aquatica Orlando and Discovery Cove, will remain closed through Friday, Sept. 30. This closure includes LEGOLAND Florida Theme Park, LEGOLAND Water Park and the Peppa Pig Theme Park. Friday’s closure includes LEGOLAND® Florida Theme Park, Water Park & Peppa Pig Theme Park.

Orange County Fire Rescue officials responded to Arden Villas Apartments near University Boulevard Thursday night to help evacuate about 200 residents to a sister facility in Altamonte Springs.

The National Guard and the Orange County Fire Rescue helped evacuate residents at a flooded extended stay hotel off of Lee Road in Orlando on Thursday.

No new guests were allowed to check into Disney hotels on Thursday, but guests who were already there stayed put

A senior citizen living facility in Orlando, Florida, was forced to evacuate residents Thursday due to rising floodwaters in the aftermath of Hurricane Ian.

ORLANDO, Fla. — The heavy rains from Hurricane Ian have turned Lake Davis and Lake Cherokee into one large body of water. The two lakes have merged as water from both joined, making it impossible to tell where one ends and another begins. She said luckily the water is not currently reaching any homes in the area. Read: ‘This is unbelievable’: Deputies rescue Orlo Vista residents trapped by Hurricane Ian’s floodwatersStay tuned to Channel 9 Eyewitness News for updates. Click here to download the free WFTV news and weather apps, click here to download the WFTV Now app for your smart TV and click here to stream Channel 9 Eyewitness News live.

The punishing rains from Ian caused Lake Eola to jump its banks in downtown Orlando, flooding nearby Robinson Street.

ORLANDO, Fla. — Plenty of counties in Central Florida are now facing destruction after Hurricane Ian hit between Wednesday night and Thursday morning. Watch: Florida’s Turnpike shut down in Orange County due to ‘significant flooding’ from Ian, troopers sayContact your insurance company immediately to begin the claims process. Be leery of contractors who go door-to-door offering repair services and promising to file an insurance claim on your behalf. Watch: Orange County nursing home evacuated due to rising flood watersWidespread flooding from this hurricane will likely result in significant damage to vehicles. Tropical Storm Ian: What you need to know Ian was been downgraded to a tropical storm.

Streets across Central Florida are flooded after Hurricane Ian dropped historic amounts of rainfall leaving residents unable to get down some streets.

ORLANDO, Fla. — Orange County deputies on Thursday were rescuing Orlo Vista residents stranded by Hurricane Ian’s flood waters. Residents who live on Hope Circle have seen flooding issues before with Hurricane Irma, but never as bad as it was Thursday. One resident told Channel 9 that she saw no floodwaters at about 4 a.m. She said she tried to drive to escape with her daughter and grandchild in her pickup truck, but the vehicle stalled in the floodwaters. Orlo Vista rescue Orlo Vista rescue (WFTV)©2022 Cox Media Group

Hurricane Ian, which downgraded to a tropical storm, brought historic rain to Central Florida, causing Lake Eola in downtown Orlando to overflow.

Hurricane Ian rampages through Florida as a Category 4 storm, leaving in its wake a slew of problems for homeowners.

Ian's tropical-storm-force winds extended outward up to 415 miles (665 km), drenching much of Florida and the southeastern Atlantic coast. Cities from Orlando to Daytona Beach in northwest Florida got their turn for severe flooding before Ian moved out to sea. A hospital system in southwest Florida was evacuating at least 1,200 patients for lack of safe drinking water. More than 2.5 million Florida homes and businesses were left without electricity, according to the PowerOutage.us site. Up to a foot (30 centimeters) of rain forecast for parts of Northeast Florida, coastal Georgia and the Lowcountry of South Carolina.

Tourists in Orlando, Florida, surveyed the damage caused by Hurricane Ian on Thursday after the storm moved across northeast Florida.

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — Orange County Fire Rescue crews evacuated people from a nursing center Thursday morning. Crews responded to the Avante at Orlando facility off Semoran Boulevard. LIVE UPDATES: Ian weakens to tropical storm as strong winds and heavy rains continue in FloridaOfficials said the evacuations were being done over concerns from rising flood waters. Watch: Florida’s Turnpike shut down in Orange County due to ‘significant flooding’ from Ian, troopers sayVideo shared on social media shows crews walking through flood waters with equipment. Click here to download the free WFTV news and weather apps, click here to download the WFTV Now app for your smart TV and click here to stream Channel 9 Eyewitness News live.

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An Osceola County deputy was rescued via airboat early Thursday after their vehicle became stalled in flooding brought on by what is now Tropical Storm Ian.

Downtown Orlando was hit hard by Hurricane Ian as it passed through Central Florida Wednesday.

Orange County's emergency manger is urging people to remain vigilant and sheltered as Hurricane Ian passes over the county, despite the storm having weakened since first making landfall.

Hurricane Ian has regained some strength after exiting Florida and taking aim at South Carolina.

Hurricane Ian began to pummel Orange County with heavy wind and rain Wednesday night, as seen from International Drive in Orlando.

ORLANDO, Fla. — Hurricane Ian made landfall in southwest Florida as a Category 4 storm after noon on Wednesday, but has since been weakened to a Category 1 storm. The storm is expected to bring significant impacts to Central Florida. See live updates below:12:10 a.m.A flash flood warning is in effect for southeastern Orange and north central Osceola County until 2:45 a.m.VIDEO: Why is the lightning we're seeing during Hurricane Ian so unusual? Hurricane Ian has begun to produce unusual amounts of lightning in Central Florida. ©2022 Cox Media Group

Hundreds of hospital patients were being evacuated from facilities across the Fort Myers region Thursday after damage from Hurricane Ian cut off water supplies.

Video taken in Orange County near Orlando International Airport shows the impact of Hurricane Ian on Central Florida after the storm made landfall earlier Wednesday.

ORLANDO, Fla. — Hurricane Ian’s effects hit very close to home Wednesday evening for Channel 9′s Shannon Butler. Butler was out in the field, reporting on the storm’s effects when she received a phone call from her husband, informing her that the power was out at their home near downtown Orlando. When she arrived at their home, she discovered a massive branch from a neighbor’s oak tree that had fallen on her porch, crushing the outdoor roof. Butler said her husband, daughter and dogs were in the home at the time but are safe. “We just brought a new dog into the house on Tuesday, and so my daughter was actually in this back room right here, and she was just going to let the dog out,” she said.

ORLANDO, Fla. — Hurricanes and other tropical systems feed off warm water and have much less cold air and ice in the upper atmosphere, which is necessary to generate lightning. But meteorologist Tom Terry said we’re seeing some mixing of colder air in the upper atmosphere. Read: HURRICANE IAN UPDATES: Tree falls on I-4 as Ian’s impact felt across Central FloridaWinds that are rising rapidly and spiraling into Ian are creating some occasional lightning. Read: Tracking Ian: How to stay informed when your power goes outThese ‘convective’ storm cells have even heavier rain rates which results in heavy rain and a wind threat for all. Read: Hurricane Ian: Curfews to take effect in some Central Florida countiesExpand Autoplay Image 1 of 5 Tampa Bay waters receded as Hurricane Ian approached (Tammy Grossman Thompson /Tammy Grossman Thompson)Click here to download the free WFTV news and weather apps, click here to download the WFTV Now app for your smart TV and click here to stream Channel 9 Eyewitness News live.

Orlando's training camp schedule is being disrupted by Hurricane Ian. The Magic could not practice on Wednesday because the storm was looming, and called off their practice on Thursday as well because Ian was forecast to seriously affect the Orlando area with its rain and wind. The Magic opened camp Tuesday, and haven't been able to practice since. The NHL's Tampa Bay Lightning have also moved their training camp to Nashville on a temporary basis, and will play the Predators there on Thursday and Friday. Florida moved its home game against Eastern Washington from Saturday to Sunday, and UCF did the same with its game against SMU.

Orlando’s training camp schedule is no match for Hurricane Ian.

While Seminole County has not enacted an official curfew, law enforcement officials are warning drivers to stay off the road as Hurricane Ian moves north and Central Florida feels its impact.

Hurricane Ian made landfall around 3:05 p.m. in southwest Florida, and the International Space Station watched it happen from Earth’s orbit.

While reporting live on Hurricane Ian in Orange County, News 6 reporter Mike DeForest encountered a man and woman out looking for food.

ORLANDO, Fla. — Join 27 Community Connection and our partners ACR Air Conditioning and Refrigeration, Community Legal Services, Farah and Farah, and Karma Roofing & Restoration for the Alzheimer’s Association’s Walk to End Alzheimer’s on October 8th at Lake Eola! The event begins at 7:30 AM, with a ceremony at 9:00 AM, and the walk to begin immediately after! Click HERE to register! For more information visit alz.orgClick here to download the free WFTV news and weather apps, click here to download the WFTV Now app for your smart TV and click here to stream Channel 9 Eyewitness News live. ©2022 Cox Media Group

ORLANDO, Fla. — Join WFTV 9 Family Connection and our partners McCoy Federal Credit Union, Mister Sparky, Stanley Steemer, and The UPS Store for the Alzheimer’s Association’s Walk to End Alzheimer’s on October 8th at Lake Eola! The event begins at 7:30 AM, with a ceremony at 9:00 AM, and the walk to begin immediately after! Click HERE to register! For more information visit alz.orgClick here to download the free WFTV news and weather apps, click here to download the WFTV Now app for your smart TV and click here to stream Channel 9 Eyewitness News live. ©2022 Cox Media Group

ORLANDO, Fla. — With Hurricane Ian on its way to Central Florida, power outages are expected across our area. Here are ways to track power outages when the lights go out, depending on your electricity provider:OUCClick here for an outage map for OUC. Read: Tracking Ian: How to stay informed if the power goes outDuke EnergyClick here to see Duke Energy’s Florida outage map. Read: Hurricane Ian: County-by-county guide to shelter locations in Central FloridaWinter Park Electric UtilityTo report a power outage, please call 877-811-8700. WATCH: Power outages & storm safety What you need to know about power outages in Central Florida.

Hurricane Ian made landfall in Florida (twice). The near-Category 5 hurricane landed around Cayo Costa State Park at just after 3 p.m. After passing over...

ORLANDO, Fla. — Channel 9 is committed to keeping you informed as we track Ian. We have composed a comprehensive list of the multiple ways you can access our coverage of the storm. While we hope your lives will be disrupted as little as possible, we want you to know we’ve got you covered, whether you lose power and the television or computer won’t turn on, lose your connection to cable or satellite-TV, or are forced to evacuate your home and stay in a shelter. Did you know you can stream weather 24/7? Mobile Apps:WFTV Mobile News app:Free in the app store, but you can also download it by clicking on this link.

One of the things Trooper Steve recommends Florida drivers be prepared for is the possibility that their vehicle hydroplanes while driving in wet conditions.

Orlando International Airport announced on Thursday evening that passenger flights will resume after 12 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 30.

Hurricane Ian is prompting severe weather warnings in Central Florida.

ORLANDO, Fla. — As Hurricane Ian approaches the west coast of Florida on Wednesday, the threat of tornadoes will persist in Central Florida. The threat of tornadoes in our area will continue to increase Wednesday morning and into the afternoon. HURRICANE IAN UPDATES: Storm strengthens into Category 4 as early impacts felt in Central FloridaA tornado watch is in effect for Orange, Seminole, Osceola, Brevard and Polk counties until 5 p.m.Several tornadoes touched down overnight in South Florida. Read: Hurricane Ian: County-by-county guide to shelter locations in Central FloridaThe tornados are believed to have flipped several planes over at the Fort Lauderdale Hollywood Airport. Florida activates price gouging hotlineChannel 9′s meteorologists will continue to monitor any potential tornadoes in Central Florida and will provide live coverage on Eyewitness News.

Hurricane Ian made landfall as a major Category 4 hurricane.

Hurricane Ian left a path of destruction in southwest Florida, trapping people in flooded homes, damaging the roof of a hospital intensive care unit and knocking out power to 2 million people before aiming for the Atlantic Coast.

ORLANDO, Fla. — Hurricane Ian strengthened into a powerful Category 4 storm Wednesday morning. Ian continues to move toward the southwest coast of Florida and is expected to bring significant impacts to Central Florida. Read: Hurricane Ian: County-by-county guide to shelter locations in Central FloridaThough the storm is still far from Central Florida, it is triggering tornado watches. Forecast still brings Ian to Central Florida, with hurricane and tropical storm conditions for our area. pic.twitter.com/Ex5GHvNt3j — Rusty McCranie (@RMcCranieWFTV) September 28, 2022The forecast still brings Ian to Central Florida, with hurricane and tropical storm conditions for our area.

Various counties across central Florida are opening up various shelters for the general population. Here are some of the resources being made available for the homeless.

Hurricane Ian rips across Florida as a Category 4 hurricane.

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Central Florida hospitals are implementing their safety plans ahead of Hurricane Ian’ arrival.

Both Universal and Disney announced Tuesday that they will be closing their Orlando-based theme parks on both Wednesday Sept. 28 and Thursday Sept. 29. Universal Orlando made the following statement on its website Tuesday afternoon:Universal Orlando Resort, including CityWalk, will close on Sept. 28 & remain fully closed on Sept. 29. pic.twitter.com/nPgsmv6TUv — Universal Orlando Resort (@UniversalORL) September 27, 2022Universal Orlando Resort has made the following operational decisions due to Hurricane Ian:Our destination, including CityWalk, will close on Wednesday, Sept. 28. Our Halloween Horror Nights event at Universal Studios Florida will be canceled Wednesday, Sept. 28 and Thursday, Sept. 29. Both Universal and Disney plan on reopening on Friday Sept. 30 given the conditions from Hurricane Ian’s impact.

The University of Central Florida announced that its football game against Southern Methodist University that was originally scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 1 has been moved to Sunday, Oct. 2.

Orange County Fire Rescue said went door to door Tuesday, passing out informational flyers and encouraging residents in mobile home communities to consider going to a local shelter or staying with family or friends ahead of Hurricane Ian.

ORLANDO, Fla. — Utility crews across Central Florida are preparing for Hurricane Ian. OUC is going to have at least 200 crews ready Wednesday going into the storm, with another 400 crews on standby. HURRICANE IAN UPDATES: Category 3 storm moving faster with winds at 120 mphDuke Energy officials said it will have almost 10,000 utility crews ready. READ: Hurricane Ian: School closures in Central FloridaIf power needs to be restored, crews can’t head out until after winds are below 35 mph. READ: Universal, Disney World announce temporary closures ahead of Hurricane IanCategory 3 Hurricane Ian now moving faster toward Florida with winds at 120 mph Hurricane Ian is continuing to strengthen.

The Orlando Magic held its first practice of the 2022-23 season at its new, state-of-the-art training facility in downtown Orlando.

ORLANDO, Fla. — Walt Disney World announced late Tuesday afternoon that their theme parks will be closed Wednesday and Thursday for Hurricane Ian. >> How many times have Walt Disney World, Disneyland closed? According to WFTV, Disney Springs will be closed Wednesday, and a decision will be made later about Thursday’s operations. Disney Parks also said that their water park, Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon, Winter Summerland Miniature Golf, Fairways Minature Golf and Fanstasia Gardens will also close both Thursday and Friday. Walt Disney World Resort Update on Hurricane Ian – For the latest information, visit: https://t.co/tFCa0Atuj5 pic.twitter.com/2HikYFXRU6 — Disney Parks (@DisneyParks) September 27, 2022Additional information regarding park closures can be found on Walt Disney World’s weather update website.

ORLANDO, Fla. — Theme parks across Central Florida are announcing changes to their operations as impacts from Hurricane Ian draw near. READ: How many times have Walt Disney World, Disneyland closed? Walt Disney WorldWalt Disney World theme parks and water parks will be closed Wednesday and Thursday. Walt Disney World Resort Update on Hurricane Ian – For the latest information, visit: https://t.co/tFCa0AbSUv pic.twitter.com/i2VPT4zpAq — Disney Parks (@DisneyParks) September 27, 2022SeaWorld OrlandoSeaWorld Orlando, Discovery Cove and Aquatica will be closed Wednesday and Thursday due to Hurricane Ian. HURRICANE IAN UPDATES: OCPS extends school closures; OIA to halt commercial flightsBusch Gardens Tampa Bay will be closed Tuesday through Thursday.

ORLANDO, Fla. — Publix locations in seven Central Florida counties will close early on Wednesday due to Hurricane Ian. Publix officials said locations in Sumter, Orange, Lake (717 N. 14th St., Leesburg and 1120 Bichara Blvd., The Villages), Seminole, Marion, Osceola, and Volusia counties will close at 6 p.m. on Wednesday. Those locations are expected to stay closed through Thursday and reopen on Friday. Read: Hurricane Ian: County-by-county guide to shelter locations in Central FloridaClick here for the latest updates. Video: Last-minute shoppers find some shelves empty as Central Florida prepares for Hurricane Ian As many in Central Florida make last-minute preparations ahead of Hurricane Ian, stores are starting to fill up with last-minute shoppers.

Disney's Animal Kingdom, Hollywood Studios, Epcot and Magic Kingdom will close on Wednesday and Thursday.

Publix Supermarkets announced store closing information for hundreds of Florida stores Tuesday, including most Central Florida counties, because of Hurricane Ian.

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Ian is expected to make landfall on Florida’s west coast around 8 p.m. on Wednesday, possibly as a Category 4 hurricane.

ORLANDO, Fla. — As many in Central Florida make last-minute preparations ahead of Hurricane Ian, stores are starting to fill up with last-minute shoppers. As the hurricane approaches, the time to get ready is running out. Photos: Last-minute shoppers find some shelves empty as Central Florida prepares for Hurricane IanExpand Autoplay Image 1 of 13 Last-minute shoppers find some shelves empty as Central Florida prepares for Hurricane IanChannel 9 crews visited Ace Hardware on South Orange Avenue Tuesday morning, and the store was packed. LIVE UPDATES: Hurricane Ian moves into Gulf as track shifts east into Central Florida“It’s been about three days now of just chaos. Watch: Ian threatens FL gas supply, but leaders say they’ve preparedAt local grocery stores, some of the shelves are low on certain items like paper towels and toilet paper.

As Hurricane Ian continues on a path toward Florida, Orlando International Airport and other area airports announced they are stopping operations on Wednesday morning.

Hurricane Ian is a spectacular sight.