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Get ready to experience the ultimate preparedness extravaganza at JaxReady Fest! Get JaxReady with interactive workshops, hands-on demonstrations, and invaluable insights from over sixty partner agencies and experts in our community.
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🎉 We want our community to be ready this year,
@JaxReady
!
The JaxReady Fest is less than two days away, and our team can't wait to see you there! Check out the graphic below to see all our amazing partner agencies who are making this event possible. Get ready for hands-on, fun…
This Friday & Saturday - stamp your passport for preparedness at the
@JaxReady
Fest. Bring your family to the
@PrimeOsbornJax
where 60+ community agencies and organizations will help you get ready for storm season with free giveaways and demonstrations.
Our first responders perform amazing acts every day. This is another fantastic reminder from our friends at JSO! Want be more prepared? Friday and Saturday, join us with 60+ community partners at JaxReady Fest. Learn hands-on CPR, water safety, and more.
We’re proud of our officers, Jacksonville firefighters, and neighbors who recently helped save a toddler who was drowning in a Southside pond. Watch the video of the rescue and hear from the heroes here. This is an important reminder to get CPR certified and get swim lessons.
Stamp your passport for preparedness next Friday & Saturday at the
@JaxReady
Fest. Bring your family to the
@PrimeOsbornJax
where 60+ community agencies and organizations will help you get ready for storm season with free giveaways and demonstrations.
#ALERTJAX
- Traffic Alert
Due to a bridge malfunction, expect traffic delays and road closures at Main Street Bridge in both directions.
Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time.
TRAFFIC ALERT: JEA will temporarily close and detour all eastbound lanes of Merrill Road near Ft. Caroline Road as our crews make emergency repairs to a sanitary sewer main damaged by a third-party contractor.
FMI:
#ALERTJAX
- Beach Closure
‼️Attention Beachgoers‼️
Huguenot Park is being closed at the discretion of Park Rangers due to current beach conditions. Please adjust your plans and anticipate additional traffic if you are in the area.
**Notice**
Huguenot Park is being closed at the discretion of the Park Rangers due to the current beach conditions.
#JSO
has been notified and is responding to assist with traffic direction and control in the area.
Please contact the park directly for further information on…
#JSO
and
@THEJFRD
are on scene of a multi-vehicle crash with injuries at St. Johns Bluff Road and Beach Boulevard. Avoid the area if possible as the scene is stabilized and cleared.
Update
#1
- We are pleased to announce that the missing endangered adult, Parker, has been located safe. Thanks to all who assisted by sharing the information.
#ALERTJAX
- Missing Endangered Adult
JSO is searching for Parker Nash, last seen near the 1900 block of West 6th St.
If you have any information about Parker’s whereabouts, please contact JSO at 904-630-0500 or 911.
Missing Endangered Adult
The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office is in the midst of a search for missing and endangered adult, Parker J. Nash. Parker was reported missing by a family member following a verbal disagreement. He was last seen around 11:30 a.m. today near the 1900 Block…
Chief Ayoub just gave our media partners an exclusive look at our hurricane season preparations and a sneak peek of what’s in store at our first-ever JaxReady Fest! Tune in to
@FCN2go
tomorrow for all the details.
#JaxReady
#JaxReadyFest
Today, we stand united as we honor Engineer Heath O’Shea. Our thoughts remain with his family, friends, and colleagues during this difficult time. Engineer O'Shea's dedication and service will be remembered and cherished.
Losing someone and saying goodbye isn’t easy…but we will send you out with the grace and dignity that you have earned and deserve…RIP Engineer Heath O’Shea
Please keep our fellow first responders in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Eng. O’Shea served on the JFRD for 20 years, leaving behind a legacy of dedication and service. Our deepest condolences go out to his family and loved ones.
My heart goes out to the family of Heath O'Shea after his passing in the line of duty. Jacksonville will be forever grateful for his service to our community.
🌪️ A Tornado Watch has been issued for Duval County until 3 p.m.
Tornado Watch means conditions are favorable, stay informed and be prepared.
Tornado Warning means take shelter immediately!