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News stories highlighting what happens in the days, weeks and months following hurricanes in Central Florida.

Aerial video shows Volusia County flooding

A Chuck E Cheese in Port Orange was destroyed by Hurricane Ian. GPS coordinates in this aerial video posted by the Volusia County Sheriff's Office enable you to pinpoint the location of flooding.
A Chuck E Cheese in Port Orange was destroyed by Hurricane Ian. GPS coordinates in this aerial video posted by the Volusia County Sheriff's Office enable you to pinpoint the location of flooding.

The Volusia County Sheriff's Office has posted aerial video that shows flooding and storm damage from Hurricane Ian in different parts of the county.

The video, which was posted Saturday but recorded Friday afternoon, shows flooding in Astor, Port Orange, Daytona Beach and and Quail Hollow Mobile Home Park in New Smyrna Beach.

The damage includes a Chuck E Cheese in Port Orange, where the roof has collapsed, and the Ponce Inslet Jetty.

https://www.facebook.com/VolusiaSheriff/videos/1448381295672249/

In the post on its Facebook page, the Sheriff's Office reminds drivers not to create waves on flooded streets, which can add to the damage by pushing water in to homes. It also cautions homeowners against scams and unlicensed contractors.

Joe Byrnes came to Central Florida Public Media from the Ocala Star-Banner and The Gainesville Sun, where he worked as a reporter and editor for several years. Joe graduated from Loyola University in New Orleans and turned to journalism after teaching. He enjoys freshwater fishing and family gatherings.