In a recent government meeting, officials praised community efforts in the aftermath of a severe storm that impacted Port Orange. Local residents, particularly in Jordan, mobilized quickly, utilizing personal vehicles to rescue individuals stranded by high water levels. Additionally, they organized food drives that successfully provided meals for nearly 1,300 people, with support from local churches.

The meeting included a detailed storm update from the city manager, who presented a two-part PowerPoint overview. The first segment focused on the storm's characteristics, highlighting that while the total rainfall was less than that of Hurricane Ian, the intensity was significant. A particularly heavy downpour occurred between 2:45 AM and 5 AM, with reports of up to 9 inches of rain falling within a short timeframe. This led to water levels rising approximately 5 feet above normal, exacerbated by storm surges that hindered the stormwater drainage system.

The city manager noted that Port Orange recorded the highest rainfall in the Orlando viewing area during this storm, a concerning statistic that underscores the challenges faced by the community. While wind damage was less severe compared to previous storms, the concentrated rainfall and resulting flooding posed significant issues for residents and local infrastructure. The meeting concluded with a commitment to further assess and improve the stormwater management system to better handle future weather events.