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The Potomac River spills over Great Falls west of Washington, D.C..
As climate change warms rivers, they are running out of breath – and so could the plants and animals they harbor
Oxygen is crucial for plants, animals, fish, and aquatic insects that live in rivers. These organisms breathe dissolved oxygen from river water. If oxygen levels drop too low, river species will suffocate. more
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Lake Guard Oxy test on a blue-green algae bloom in the Caloosahatchee River.
Using chemicals to treat Florida’s algae bloom problem is like taking aspirin for a brain tumor
Blooms of pollution-fueled blue-green algae — known among scientists as “cyanobacteria” — have become a perpetual problem all over Florida. more
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The Lower St. Johns River Basin in Clay County.
Celebrate the region's estuaries: A vital component of coastal life
During National Estuaries Week organizations and communities from across the country gather to learn about and celebrate the importance of estuaries and how they benefit our coastal way of life. more
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Rock Springs Ridge
Rock Springs Ridge HOA announces contract with The Golf Group to swap gopher tortoise lands for golf course lands; but questions remain
It's been three years since the RSR HOA Board set its sights on reclaiming the RSR Golf Course lands for its community. But no matter what the bottom line is, there are always questions left unanswered. more
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August rainfall down throughout the region
Overall, rainfall across the St. Johns River Water Management District’s 18-county region was drier than average in August. In Orange County, there was an average of 6.07 inches. more
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As July temperatures soared to triple digits, hundreds of homeless people lived on the street outside Phoenix’s largest shelter.
Shelters can help homeless people by providing quiet and privacy, not just a bunk and a meal
As of 2022, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development estimated that the U.S. had nearly 600,000 homeless people nationwide. more
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American Flamingo banded and tracked after rescue.
American Flamingo in Florida: Released in Tampa Bay; will shed light on the species invasion of the state
As Hurricane Idalia passed between the Yucatan and Western Cuba this August, her strong winds likely swept up flamingos from this region, carrying them to Florida’s coast. more
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Invasive zebra mussels colonize a rock at Lewis and Clark Lake in Yankton, S.D.
Invasive species cause billions of dollars in damage worldwide: 4 essential reads
When a species that is not native to a particular area becomes established there, reproducing quickly and causing harm, it has become invasive. more
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Apopka property owners vote to convert 396 residential properties from septic to sewer
Orange County is in the process of connecting homes from septic systems to sanitary sewers in neighborhoods closest to Wekiwa Springs. more
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Jimmy Buffett with legislators holding Save the Manatee license plates.
To see Jimmy Buffett’s best legacy, look at Florida’s manatees
Jimmy Buffett was widely mourned as Florida’s troubadour laureate by both the Parrot Head faithful and more casual fans who grew up hearing his music as the soundtrack of their lives. more
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Lee is forecast to become a major hurricane by early Saturday and could impact the northern Leeward Islands this weekend, the NHC said in its Wednesday report.
Atlantic tropical depression likely to become hurricane this weekend
As Florida still undergoes efforts to recover from Hurricane Idalia’s landfall on Wednesday, the National Hurricane Center is eyeing a tropical depression it forecasts to become a major hurricane. more
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Was Orange County ready for Hurricane Idalia?
Idalia was a Category-4 Hurricane that slammed into the Big Bend region with 100+mph winds. For the most part, Orange County was spared its wrath, but was our county ready? more
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New Orange County ordinance aims to preserve trees during the construction of new subdivisions
The county’s ordinance changes deal mainly with developing new properties. So, there should be no fear of over-regulation and these updated ordinances impacting existing residential areas.  more
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BARROW, AK - JUNE 04: A Lesser Golden Plover sits in a section of wetland June 4, 2006 in Barrow, Alaska. Officials from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) are preparing to test migratory birds arriving from Asia for Avian Influenza.
New federal water pollution rule draws mixed reaction
The law also removes federal jurisdiction from wetlands that cross state lines and revised the definition of “adjacent” to mean “having a continuous surface connection." more
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Hurricane Idalia inundated parts of Tarpon Springs, Fla., and other coastal communities on Aug. 30, 2023.
How to get federal disaster aid: FEMA is running out of money, but these strategies can help survivors of Hurricane Idalia and the Maui fires get aid faster
The road to recovery starts with state and federal governments identifying damages – both property damage and economic damage. more
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Orange County may have dodged Hurricane Idalia's fury, but Cedar Key took a direct hit.
Hurricane Day: Orange County gets back to business
On Tuesday, Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings signed an Executive Order to put Orange County into a State of Emergency, but now it's back to business. more
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Alternative Water Supplies for Florida
Without remedial action, the state is facing saline intrusion, lower spring flows, sinking lake levels, and loss of wetlands. That's why alternative sources of water are now on the table. more
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Weather Alert: Category 4 Hurricane Idalia makes landfall
I​dalia will move quickly inland, which will bring significant wind and flooding concerns, as well as the threat of tornadoes, into parts of Georgia, as well as South and North Carolina. more
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Weather Alert: Idalia now a Category 2 Hurricane
The center of the storm is over the southern Gulf of Mexico about 245 miles south of Tallahassee. Maximum sustained winds have increased to 105 mph as of 8 p.m. EDT. more
Mayor Jerry Demings speaks at the Hurricane Idalia update.
Orange County in State of Emergency
On Tuesday, Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings signed an Executive Order to put Orange County into a State of Emergency with Hurricane Idalia on a projected path through Florida. more
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AAA: Gather supplies, fortify your home and document your belongings
As Tropical Storm Idalia churns toward Florida, insurance experts at AAA – The Auto Club Group are providing important advice to help residents prepare their families and property. more
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Breaking News: City of Apopka offices, parks & recreation closing for Hurricane Idalia
The City of Apopka announced it will be closing its offices, parks & recreation as well as trash collection on Wednesday, according to a post on its website. more
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Breaking News: OCPS cancels school for Wednesday
Based on this morning’s forecast, sustained wind speeds will exceed 35 MPH on the west side of Orange County and as a result there will be no school for students on Wednesday, August 30th. more
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Idalia intensifies into a hurricane with Florida landfall expected Wednesday
Dangerous, life-threatening storm surge, hurricane-force winds, and heavy rain are all expected along portions of the west coast of Florida beginning as early as later today, then peaking on Wednesday. more
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Carbon Monoxide Dangers: Safety precautions can help prevent poisoning
The Florida Department of Health in Orange County urges the public to avoid carbon monoxide exposure by taking precautions with gas-powered appliances and charcoal or gas grills. more
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