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An overturned industrial storage tank in Asheville, N.C., shows the power of fast-moving flood water.
In storms like Hurricane Helene, flooded industrial sites and toxic chemical releases are a silent and growing threat
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
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Rain and wind and bugs... oh my!
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
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STEINHATCHEE, FLORIDA – SEPTEMBER 27: People walk down a street with a dog in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene on September 27, 2024 near Steinhatchee, Florida. Hurricane Helene made landfall nearby last night as a category four storm but has weakened as it moves inland.
Hurricane Helene causes deaths, leaves hundreds of thousands without power in Florida
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
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Silver Glen Springs in Ocala is renowned for its crystal-clear waters. Other springs are suffering.
Florida ignores law requiring new rules to protect springs
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
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Hurricane Helene.
Orange County under Tornado Watch; wind gusts up to 55 mph as Helene approaches Florida
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
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Hurricane Ian
Breaking News: Apopka makes sandbags available to its residents
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
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Try it, you’ll like it! Winter Indoor Futsal with Central Florida Soccer Club
The Central Florida Soccer Club Indoor Futsal Program is open to U8- High School boys and girls. You're welcome to join if you’re part of a club or looking to stay active during the offseason. more
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What the jet stream and climate change had to do with the hottest summer on record − remember all those heat domes?
Overall, the global average temperature was 2.74 degrees Fahrenheit (1.52 degrees Celsius) above the 20th-century average. more
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Hurricane Debby and summer storms drive rainfall above monthly average
Early in the month, Hurricane Debby brought significant rain to northern and western counties, with typical summer rain patterns contributing throughout the rest of August. more
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Cooling streaks indicate the potential for two Niña’s at once – Pacific and Atlantic, a rare event.
What is an Atlantic Niña? How La Niña’s smaller cousin could affect hurricane season
This cooling is related to two climate phenomena with similar names: La Niña, which forms in the tropical Pacific, and the less well-known Atlantic Niña. more
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Protesters assemble at the St. Johns River Water Management District buil;ding in Apopka.
Protesters gather in Apopka to criticize FDEP for not protecting Florida's springs
Just steps away from the FDEP public workshop in the St. Johns River Water Management District Apopka Service Center, protesters and invited speakers railed against the DeSantis Administration's failure to prevent harm to the state’s iconic springs. more
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The sun rising on Lake Apopka, as seen from the lakeside observation tower on the Clay Island loop.
Orange Audubon Society secures long-term lease with the City of Apopka
The Orange Audubon Society has secured a long-term lease from the City of Apopka for a sprawling 70-acre former nursery at the entrance of the Apopka Wildlife Drive. more
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Enhancing Your Property: Smart Storage Shed and Driveway Renovation Ideas
While many homeowners concentrate on major interior updates, upgrading often-overlooked areas like storage sheds and driveways can also make a substantial difference. more
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Recovery from a hurricane gets even harder when more storms follow, as Lake Charles, La., residents saw.
How back-to-back hurricanes set off a year of compounding disasters for one city − and alarm bells about risks in a warming world
The best way to reduce recovery time is to eliminate the need to recover at all. That begins with building homes that are able to withstand extreme storms. more
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July rainfall returns to above average, ending a five-month dry streak
Hurricane Debby had a mixed impact across the District. Southern counties and the central east coast, extending up to Flagler County, received minimal rainfall from the storm. more
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Rising shark depredation threatens Florida's sportfishing industry
The resurgence of shark populations is affecting recreational fishing across the Gulf of Mexico and the Atlantic coast. more
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Disturbances in the Atlantic like this on Aug. 12, 2024, may be no big deal, or they could be the seeds of a destructive hurricane.
New storm is headed for the Caribbean: What meteorologists look for in early signs of a future hurricane
The first signs of a potential hurricane can be detected days before a storm gains its fierce momentum. Wispy cirrus clouds radiating outward, the appearance of curved banding low-level clouds and a drop in atmospheric pressure are all clues. more
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Your next step could be your last
Towne: "I was preparing to take another step. Those pumps of sand were right in front of me, no more than two or three feet away. I was wondering what could be causing this phenomenon."  more
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Natural Gas and 811 Day: Key tips for safe digging
Sunshine 811 is a free service that notifies utility companies when and where someone is digging so they can mark the necessary utility lines, helping to avoid potentially dangerous interruptions to service.  more
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The most hurricane-vulnerable counties in 2024
The rankings considered hurricane risk assessments, anticipated financial loss from hurricanes, and historical storm data from the past ten years. more
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Storm surge can push water levels well above normal sea level during a hurricane.
What is hurricane storm surge, and why can it be so catastrophic?
As a hurricane reaches the coast, it pushes a huge volume of ocean water ashore. This is what we call storm surge. more
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Photo from the NOAA satellite through Florida Phoenix.
Debby makes landfall as Cat 1 hurricane; thousands without power
According to the National Weather Service, residents of Orange County and Apopka could experience 30-40 mph winds, 3-5 inches of rainfall, possible tornadoes, and power outages. A tornado watch is in effect for Orange County until 4 pm. more
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The quest for gender equality: is a 50-50 split achievable?
In this article, we take a look at the feasibility of gender equality in sports, and the factors that will affect this ever happening.  more
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Gray reef sharks and blacktip reef sharks near Tahiti, French Polynesia.
Oceans without sharks would be far less healthy – new research
In a newly published study, colleagues and I surveyed decades of research on sharks’ ecological roles and considered their future in oceans dominated by people. more
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Category One storms pack sustained winds of between 74 and 95 miles per hour. That means, according to the National Hurricane Center: “Well-constructed frame homes could have damage to roof, shingles, vinyl siding, and gutters.
Florida braces for Debby, expected to land in North Florida as a hurricane on Monday
Category One storms pack sustained winds of between 74 and 95 miles per hour. That means, according to the National Hurricane Center: “Well-constructed frame homes could have damage to the roof, shingles, vinyl siding, and gutters. more
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