6 babies born during Hurricane Dorian in Florida

Sunday, September 8, 2019
6 babies born during Hurricane Dorian in Florida
6 babies born during Hurricane Dorian in Florida. Gray Hall reports during Action News at noon on September 8, 2019.

JACKSONVILLE, Florida -- Something quite wonderful happened during the early onslaught of Hurricane Dorian.

Orange Park Medical Center near Jacksonville, Florida reported six births as the storm passed through the area last week.

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The hospital says hurricanes cause barometric pressure and can bring on labor.

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They also said anytime there's a hurricane in the area they make sure their team is ready for an influx of patients.

Each baby received a hurricane-themed onesie to mark their arrival.

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