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The City of Apopka released information on sandbag availability, sanitation collection, closings, shelters, transportation availability, and emergency phone lines. more
The National Hurricane Center forecasts that Orange County will experience 6 to 12 inches of rain from Wednesday through Thursday, with the northern and western parts of Orange County receiving the heavier rainfall. more
Widespread damage, extended power outages, and significant connectivity issues are expected across much of Florida. more
Orange County is also under a Hurricane Watch. Hurricane Milton's impacts are expected to begin mid-day Wednesday. All storm preparation should be completed by Tuesday night. more
Sen. Thompson: "As Hurricane Milton approaches, I urge you to take immediate precautions to ensure your safety. This storm can potentially cause significant damage, and we must do everything we can to protect ourselves and our loved ones." more
The closure is due to the projected impacts of the hurricane in Orange County, and some schools will be used as shelters. We will continue to update you as we receive additional information. School opening Friday will be determined based on the impact of the storm. more
With Hurricane Milton's potential to bring heavy rain and flooding, local officials emphasize the importance of proactive measures to protect homes and families. more
 AccuWeather meteorologists warn people to prepare for an extreme risk to lives and property in Florida ahead of significant hurricane impacts, expected to arrive in less than 72 hours.  more
Florida officials reported that a retired nuclear plant south of Cedar Key experienced a storm surge of as much as 12 feet that inundated buildings and an industrial wastewater pond. more
Once conditions are safe, assess your property, take pictures of any damage, and contact your insurance provider immediately to start the claims process. more
Some mosquitoes in Florida will breed in small containers of standing water. This includes mosquitoes that are vectors for the pathogens that cause dengue, chikungunya, and Zika viruses. more
State and local officials are reporting more than half a dozen deaths in the wake of Hurricane Helene, which came ashore late Thursday night in the Big Bend region as a powerful Category 4 storm. more
The Florida Springs and Aquifer Protection Act designated 30 of the state’s waterways as “Outstanding Florida Springs,” which means they are such Florida treasures that they deserve extra protection. more
Tropical Storm Warnings remain in effect for all of East Central Florida. Orange County is under a Tornado Watch until 8 p.m. this evening. Hurricane Helene has a very large wind field. Strong winds are the biggest concern in Central Florida, and in the coming hours, we will see conditions deteriorate. more
The National Weather Service has determined that Orange County is under a Tropical Storm Warning. There are isolated tornado threats that could begin as early as Wednesday evening. more
Florida’s Disaster Contractors Network is a free resource founded by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation, designed to connect homeowners with licensed contractors and suppliers to perform emergency repairs. more
There are a few reasons why insurance rates are rising, but a common thread is that climate change is fueling more severe weather, and insurers are responding to rising damage claims. more
The City of Apopka, Orange County Public Schools, St. Johns River Water Management District, and many other agencies and organizations have announced multiple closings and event postponements for Thursday because of Hurricane Helene. more
AccuWeather is expecting Tropical Storm Helene to make landfall as a major hurricane of Category 3 strength with sustained winds of 111-129 mph. more
Residents will be provided with 10 unfilled sandbags and directed to the sand pile on site. All residents will need to bring their own shovels to fill their sandbags. more
Hope Community Center is urgently collecting non-perishable food items to ensure it can support these families once the storm clears. Your donation will go directly to those in need, offering stability and nourishment in a time of uncertainty. more
The primary decision point for any potential closure is based on sustained wind speeds projected to exceed 35 mph. That is the threshold for our buses to be safely on the roads. more
The City of Apopka will have sandbags available for residents at Edwards Field, located at the corner of Forest and 1st Street behind Kit Land Nelson Park. more
Overall, the global average temperature was 2.74 degrees Fahrenheit (1.52 degrees Celsius) above the 20th-century average. more
Four hazards are associated with tropical cyclones: wind, flooding, rain, storm surge, and tornadoes. Wind is how tropical cyclones are classified, but it is only one piece of the puzzle. more
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