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Wetlands like this one in California’s Morro Bay Estuary shelter fish, animals, and plants and help control flooding.
Which wetlands should receive federal protection? The Supreme Court revisits a question it has struggled in the past to answer
The U.S. Supreme Court opens its new session on Oct. 3, 2022, with a high-profile case that could fundamentally alter the federal government’s ability to address water pollution. Sackett v. EPA … more
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Weather Alert: Hurricane Ian intensifies to Category 3
I​an rapidly intensified into a major hurricane at 2:30 a.m. EDT and then made landfall in western Cuba two hours later. It will emerge over the waters of the southeast Gulf of Mexico later Tuesday. more
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DOH: How to build an emergency supply kit for Hurricane Ian
As Hurricane Ian approaches, the Florida Department of Health in Orange County wants to ensure you and your family are prepared. We encourage you to start gathering your supplies now. more
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District prepares for Hurricane Ian: Emergency Operations Center Activated to Level 2
The St. Johns River Water Management District is closely monitoring Hurricane Ian and is taking proactive measures to help manage the anticipated rainfall in the coming days. more
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Weather Alert: Tropical Storm Watch issued for Orange County
A tropical storm watch is now in effect for Orange County. Residents are encouraged to stay prepared and continue to monitor the latest weather updates. more
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Hurricane Ian.
Weather Alert: Hurricane Ian takes aim at Florida
Rainfall accumulations of 2-4” before the event will increase flooding concerns area-wide. Residents and visitors should prepare for heavy rain, gusty winds, and possible tornadoes more
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Tropical Storm Ian
Weather Alert: Tropical Storm Ian expected to strengthen rapidly
Additional flooding and rises on area streams and rivers cannot be ruled out, especially in Central Florida, given already saturated antecedent conditions. more
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Hurricane Prep: Sandbags available in Apopka, Orange County
The City of Apopka and Orange County Government are giving its residents the opportunity to acquire sandbags in preparation for what could be a significant rain event. more
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Clear storm drains help prevent local flooding. Prepare for heavy rain by removing debris from storm drains and ditches and reporting clogged ditches to local governments.
District urges preparedness as forecast puts Florida in tropical depression's path
The St. Johns River Water Management District is closely monitoring Tropical Depression Nine and is preparing for potential heavy rainfall throughout the region. more
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National Hurricane Center urges Floridians to keep an eye on Tropical Depression 9, which could shape up to be a major hurricane.
National Hurricane Center: Keep watch on new storm that could hit FL as hurricane
A newly formed tropical depression that formed late last night could spell trouble for Floridians early next week with a possibility of forming into a major hurricane. more
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Point Washington State Forest
New road through this Florida state forest is an idea going the wrong way
State forests in Florida get far less acclaim, perhaps because they lack mermaids and hippos. There are nearly 40 of them, totaling more than 1 million acres. more
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A Florida panther that had been hit by a car is released back into the wild with a collar attached to track it.
Turning Florida’s rural lands into urban sprawl is a tragedy worthy of Shakespeare
Florida is home to a lot of imperiled species like the panther, of course, and the Key deer, the manatee, the gopher tortoise, and a whole lot more. more
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5 Ways You Can Save the Earth
Whether you’re a nature enthusiast or not, here are some simple tips that will help you save the earth. more
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UN Study: Nearly half of global septic systems work inadequately
According to the United Nations, nearly one-fourth of the world’s wastewater comes from residential septic systems. But only 48% of such systems adequately treat wastewater. more
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Peanut Butter, Poinsettias, and Trees: UF/IFAS announces its October schedule of classes for Apopka and Orange County
UF/IFAS Extension continues its classes and programs for Apopka and Orange County residents in October. more
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Above-average rainfall in August still leaves District’s southern region abnormally dry
While some areas in the central and northern region of the District received more than 9 inches of rain, southern portions of the District were left abnormally dry. more
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The Brown Basilisk Lizard is a non-native species to Florida.
Nonnative lizard that appears to walk on water thrives in Florida
Among Florida’s approximately 50 species of nonnative lizards is the brown basilisk, a species now thriving in the south and central Florida. more
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A large group of yellowfin tuna is swimming off the coast of Italy. Like all fish, they sleep, but it’s not like humans sleep.
Sleeping fish? From sharks to salmon, guppies to groupers, here’s how they grab a snooze
From the goldfish in your aquarium to bass in a lake to the sharks in the sea – 35,000 species of fish are alive today, more than 3 trillion of them. more
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Migrating waterbirds over South Dakota’s Huron Wetland Management District on North America’s Central Flyway.
Birds migrate along ancient routes – here are the latest high-tech tools scientists are using to study their amazing journeys
Although it still feels like beach weather across much of North America, billions of birds have started taking wing for one of nature’s great spectacles: fall migration. more
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Bing and Biong look forward to your arrival at Fox Valley Farms...
Fox Valley announces Grand Re-Opening
In 2017, the Fox family began looking for a piece of land that would provide space for them to live out their dreams of living on their own sustainable farm. more
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How adopting Florida-Friendly Landscaping practices saves money
The UF/IFAS Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ (FFL) program helps homeowners find more sustainable alternatives for their landscapes. more
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A Florida panther that had been hit by a car is released back into the wild with a collar attached to track it.
Developers back out of Florida panther protection proposal
August is usually the worst month to be in Florida. We’re wilting from the heat and humidity and watching the National Weather Service bulletins because it’s peak hurricane season. more
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30 years after Hurricane Andrew devastated Florida, researchers are using a ‘Wall of Wind’ to design safer homes – but storms are getting even more intense
30 years after Hurricane Andrew devastated Florida, researchers are using a ‘Wall of Wind’ to design safer homes – but storms are getting even more intense. more
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Burrowing Owl
State approves 19,800+ acres for conservation
On Monday, the Governor and Cabinet approved conservation projects that included a mix of fee title purchases and conservation easements to permanently protect more than 19,800 acres, or a total area … more
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Andre the Farmer
Get it in the ground: Time to prepare for Fall crops
Fall or Autumn, as I like to call it, is a great time of year to plant all the annual veggies that can't tolerate our Florida summer sun. more
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