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'After Ian: the Hope and Heroes'

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In the aftermath of the devastation of Hurricane Ian, there is hope from those Floridians who've lost everything but push forward to rebuild their lives.

WPTV's Jay Cashmere shares these stories of inspiration and perseverance in "After Ian: the Hope and Heroes."

Watch WPTV's 30-minute special in the video player above or on the WPTV app on your phone or your favorite streaming device.

Click here for more stories of hope and the heroes who have helped those in need.

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TERMS TO KNOW

TROPICAL STORM WATCH: An announcement that tropical storm conditions (sustained winds of 39 to 73 mph) are possible within the specified coastal area within 48 hours.

TROPICAL STORM WARNING: An announcement that tropical storm conditions (sustained winds of 39 to 73 mph) are expected within the specified coastal area within 36 hours.

HURRICANE WATCH: An announcement that hurricane conditions (sustained winds of 74 mph or higher) are possible somewhere within the specified coastal area. A hurricane watch is issued 48 hours in advance of the anticipated onset of tropical-storm-force winds.

HURRICANE WARNING: An announcement that hurricane conditions (sustained winds of 74 mph or higher) are expected somewhere within the specified coastal area. A hurricane warning is issued 36 hours in advance of the anticipated onset of tropical-storm-force winds.