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FEMA’s Disaster Survivor Assistance Team hosting in-person events at Apopka City Hall
FEMA team members will meet with anyone who comes to Apopka City Hall, pre-register them for disaster assistance, review applications, provide basic information about application status and other eligible assistance, and collect documents for case files. more
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The sun rising on Lake Apopka, as seen from the lakeside observation tower on the Clay Island loop.
Apopka’s Birding Park at Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive is becoming a reality
Over five years ago, Apopka, Orange Audubon, and the St. Johns River Water Management District envisioned a birding park at the Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive. Now, in 2024, the vision is less than a year away. more
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Orange County extends residential debris drop-off sites
Three designated drop-off sites will continue to accept non-commercial yard waste, including leaves, branches, and other natural debris. more
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Frustration from Wekiwa Village residents reaches Apopka City Council
At the October 16th Apopka City Council meeting, homeowners from the Wekiva Village neighborhood impacted by Hurricane Milton's wrath flooded into City Hall looking for answers. more
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Aerial view of the historic pump house at Lake Apopka North Shore.
District invites public to shape future of Lake Apopka North Shore
The District encourages the public to attend and share their thoughts on the proposed Land Management Plan for the Lake Apopka North Shore. more
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Milton-ravaged counties will receive voting accommodations, DeSantis says
The executive order includes counties affected by Hurricane Milton and Helene. Orange County is included. on that list. more
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The Auto Club Group is providing advice to help residents who suffered either wind or flood damage from Hurricane Milton. 
AAA provides insurance advice for Florida residents recovering from Hurricane Milton
Hurricanes can cause both wind and flood damage, yet not all events are covered by the same insurance policy. more
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Tree on a house along Canterclub in Wekiva.
What we learned from Hurricane Milton
It is apparent that there will be more storms coming, if not this year, in the future. We can learn many things from Hurricane Milton. more
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Disaster debris removal crews to deploy in Orange County
Orange County Public Works crews are set to deploy on October 16, 2024, to collect large storm debris from Hurricane Milton. more
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Debris from one of the houses in Punta Gorda that was demolished by Hurricane Charley, the first of four hurricanes that hit Florida in six weeks in 2004.
Milton, hard on the heels of Helene, stirs memories of when Florida saw four storms in six weeks
In 2004, Florida was hit by a series of FOUR major hurricanes in just six weeks. Charley kicked off the parade of powerhouses. It hit Cayo Costa on Aug. 13 as a Category 4, killing 17 people in Florida alone... then Frances, Ivan, and Jeanne followed. more
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Evacuation is more difficult for people with health and mobility issues.
Evacuating in disasters like Hurricane Milton isn’t simple – there are reasons people stay in harm’s way, and it’s not just stubbornness
Evacuating might seem like the obvious move when a major hurricane is bearing down on your region, but that choice is not always as easy as it may seem. more
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In collaboration with other organizations, Defenders of Wildlife is launching its "Real Scary Movies" campaign, to highlight how animals often vilified in horror stories - like sharks, bats, and wolves - are vital to the health of their ecosystems.
Debunking the horror: To oceans, sharks are vital, not villains
In collaboration with other organizations, Defenders of Wildlife is launching its "Real Scary Movies" campaign to highlight how animals often vilified in horror stories - like sharks, bats, and wolves - are vital to the health of their ecosystems. more
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Orange County opens residential debris drop-off sites and begins curbside debris removal
Beginning Monday, October 14, 2024, designated drop-off sites will accept non-commercial yard waste, including leaves, branches, and other natural debris. more
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FEMA designates Orange County residents for individual assistance following Hurricane Milton
To be eligible for federal aid under FEMA's Individual Assistance Program, storm damage and losses from the hurricane and flooding must have occurred due to Hurricane Milton. more
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Ariel view of property damage in Lee County Florida caused by Hurricane Milton.
Hurricane surge could blow away Florida homeowners insurance ‘fixes’
The analysis warned that some insurers — especially those operating in Florida only — may run into financial trouble and that the signs of progress toward more manageable premiums that state leaders have touted in recent months may evaporate. more
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Hurricane Milton departs Florida.
Orange County starts its recovery from Hurricane Milton
All hurricane and tropical storm watches and warnings have ended for Orange County. Now, the recovery from Hurricane Milton begins. more
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FORT MYERS, FLORIDA - OCTOBER 09: Connor Ferran (L) and his neighbor Connor Ferran (L) and his neighbor Leroy Roker survey what is left after what appeared to be a tornado tore the roof off of Ferran’s home before Hurricane Milton’s arrival on Oct. 9, 2024, in Fort Myers. He said he had just had the roof replaced two years after Hurricane Ian had damaged it.
Florida begins the long cleanup after Hurricane Milton savages the state
After Milton’s landfall in Siesta Key, the National Guard and other responders rescued 48 people as of 6:30 am. Search and rescue missions continued in 26 counties, with 125 active missions. About 20 urban search and rescue crews are conducting door-to-door checks.  more
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Hope CommUnity Center shifts October 12th event to Hurricane Milton relief effort
We are collecting food, personal hygiene supplies, and financial contributions to provide immediate support to those most affected.   more
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The forecast is for 12 to 18 inches of rain along the populous Interstate 4 corridor. This area will be the bull’s-eye for flooding rainfall, just north of Tampa to Orlando and Daytona Beach.
Milton expected to slam into Florida with life-threatening force and historic hurricane impact
The forecast is for 12 to 18 inches of rain along the populous Interstate 4 corridor. This area will be the bull’s-eye for flooding rainfall, just north of Tampa to Orlando and Daytona Beach. more
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Rainfall forecast for Hurricane Milton, which is expected to make landfall on Florida’s Gulf Coast on Wednesday or early Thursday, via NHC.
Florida’s health facilities are preparing for ‘ferocious’ Hurricane Milton
Florida hospitals have invested in hardening their facilities, making them more hurricane-resistant. To that end, hospitals have brought in flood mitigation equipment, and some have installed wells in case of disruption to the public water supply. more
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Orange County is under a Hurricane Warning, with an elevated threat of tornadoes. Residents should shelter in place until the storm has passed. The county is currently under a local state of emergency, and a state and federal state of emergency.
Milton will remain powerful when it arrives in Orange County
Residents should shelter in place until the storm has passed. The county is currently under a local state of emergency, and a state and federal state of emergency. more
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FEMA: Listen to local authorities as Hurricane Milton makes landfall
Floridians in the storm’s path must continue following the instructions of local officials, as the storm is expected to bring destructive storm surges as well as devastating hurricane-force winds, heavy rainfall, and life-threatening flooding across the state. more
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As Hurricane Milton approaches our area, it’s important that we all take steps to stay safe and well-prepared.
Summersill: Stay prepared for Hurricane Milton
As Hurricane Milton approaches our area, it’s important that we all take steps to stay safe and well-prepared. Below is a compiled list of essential resources to help you navigate this storm. more
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Over 700,000 gallons of fuel are already in the state, and 12 million gallons were requested before the storm. Trucks are being placed along evacuation routes to assist, so while some stations have run out due to the overwhelming demand, the fuel is available as soon as it can be delivered. 
Bankson: "This is the time for neighbor to look out for neighbor, and for us all to pull together in care, prayer, and action"
Over 700,000 gallons of fuel are already in the state, and 12 million gallons were requested before the storm. Trucks are being placed along evacuation routes to assist, so while some stations have run out due to the overwhelming demand, the fuel is available as soon as it can be delivered.  more
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Hurricane Milton will remain a powerful, potentially deadly and destructive force as it roars ashore in the Florida Peninsula along the central Gulf coast around 2 a.m. EDT Thursday, AccuWeather meteorologists continue to warn.
Milton intensifies to Category 5 on its path to Florida
A life-threatening and highly destructive storm surge will occur near and just south where the eye moves ashore. Flooding rainfall and damaging wind gusts will occur in many areas of the Florida Peninsula, and hurricane conditions will continue throughout the I-4 corridor. more
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