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Gov. Ron DeSantis fields questions from reporters at the state emergency operations center in Tallahassee in advance of a winter weather event on Jan. 21, 2025.
Florida could handle disasters without federal funds, DeSantis says
DeSantis has advocated for states to receive block grants to operate all aspects of emergency preparation and response over getting assistance from the Federal Emergency Management Agency. more
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Rainfall below average for the second consecutive month
With limited rainfall expected in the coming months, as Florida enters its driest season, residents are encouraged to use water efficiently, such as following water restrictions and using smart irrigation practices.  more
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Apopka Mayor Bryan Nelson presents an update on the Border Lake issue at the April 2nd City Council meeting.
City unveils plan to stop Border Lake flooding issues
The City of Apopka is implementing a water management plan to address rising water levels in local lakes and manage long-term water storage. more
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Hurricane Ian caused widespread damage in Florida in 2022, estimated at over $112 billion. This scene was once a shopping center.
If FEMA didn’t exist, could states handle the disaster response independently?
With Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem saying the federal government plans to eliminate FEMA, President Donald Trump suggesting states can take over disaster recovery, and climate change causing more frequent and severe disasters, it’s worth asking how prepared states are to face these growing challenges without help. more
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February rainfall drops as District enters driest months
With limited rainfall expected in the coming months, as Florida enters its driest season, residents are encouraged to use water efficiently, such as following water restrictions and using smart irrigation practices.  more
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FEMA still in Florida to help residents impacted by hurricanes
FEMA will continue to process applications, receive and manage appeals, conduct inspections, and assist applicants and local officials with questions and information about recovery programs. more
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Orange County to make federal funding available for Hurricane Ian recovery
Hurricane Ian devastated Florida as a Category 4 hurricane, causing more than $300 million in major damage across Orange County. Orange County Recovers offers housing repair, replacement, or full reconstruction which will be funded as a grant to the homeowner. more
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Winter storm Enzo boosts rainfall in the north, but southern counties remain dry
Winter Storm Enzo delivered enough rainfall in the district to bring 11 counties, including Orange County, above their 12-month averages. more
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Hurricane Ian caused widespread damage in Florida in 2022, estimated at over $112 billion. This scene was once a shopping center.
If FEMA didn’t exist, could states handle the disaster response alone?
FEMA was created in 1979 to coordinate national responses to disasters, but the federal government has played important roles in disaster relief since the 1800s. Hurricane Ian caused widespread damage in Florida in 2022, estimated at over $112 billion. This scene … more
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A look at the flooding in 2024.
Developing Story: Moore denied time to present County's Border Lake solution at Apopka City Council meeting
Border Lake is a closed-drainage basin with impacts from SR 436, Seminole County, Orange County, and the City of Apopka. more
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Flooding in Asheville, N.C., caused by Hurricane Helene in September 2024 sparked climate misinformation. Melissa Sue Gerrits/Getty Images
Climate misinformation is rife on social media – and poised to get worse
In the wake of the 2023 Hawaii wildfires, researchers at Recorded Future, Microsoft, NewsGuard and the University of Maryland documented an organized propaganda campaign by Chinese operatives targeting U.S. social media users. more
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How to deal with a Florida winter weather event
These simple safety reminders can help you and your family better prepare for Florida's winter weather events. more
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One Family Church (First Presbyterian Church of Apopka) – 500 S Highland Avenue, Apopka, FL 32703
Breaking News: Apopka opens Cold Weather Shelter for Thursday and Friday night
One Family Church has graciously offered their facility as a shelter for these dates. We are working diligently with other community churches for future sites (if needed) during this cold weather season.  more
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Orange County opens Temporary Warming Centers on Thursday and Friday evenings
Due to this predicted cold weather, Orange County will support the Homeless Services Network in welcoming residents and people without stable housing to two area Warming Centers. more
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Snow in Florida? Central Florida expecting chilly temperatures and lots of rain
The order empowers the Division of Emergency Management to coordinate the state and local response to the weather, expected to include up to four inches of snow in the Panhandle. more
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An aerial view of a neighborhood destroyed by the Palisades Fire.
Insurance for natural disasters is failing homeowners − I don’t have the answers, but I do know the right questions to ask
Since 2022, seven of the 12 largest insurance companies have stopped issuing new policies to homeowners in California, citing increased risks due to climate change. California isn’t alone: The same thing has happened in other vulnerable states, including Louisiana and Florida. more
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Respiratory viruses rise in winter, but not because people are outside in the cold.
Why winter makes you more vulnerable to colds – a public health nurse explains the science behind the season
Many viruses remain infectious longer and replicate faster in colder temperatures and lower humidity levels. People spend more time indoors and in close contact with others during cold weather, which is a common reason germs are more likely to spread. more
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November sees drier weather after October’s heavy rainfall
Despite the drier weather, aquifer levels remain healthy, and 14 counties are still above their 12-month rainfall averages. more
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Hot water in the Gulf made Hurricane Helene rapidly intensify before it made landfall in Florida.
Florida should use next six months to prepare for the 2025 hurricane season
Pittman: "The three that hit us were, in a word, bad. First came Debby, then Helene, then Milton. Then came gloom, despair, and agony." more
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The coastline in Steinhatchee remains covered in debris on Oct. 3, 2024, following Hurricane Helene.
Citizens Insurance issued living-expenses checks for 40% of claimants at response centers
More than 3,500 Floridians insured through Citizens Property Insurance sought assistance at one of the catastrophe centers Citizens opened following hurricanes Debby, Helene, and Milton. more
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Hurricane Milton.
Hurricane Milton brings heavy October rainfall to the District
There was extensive rainfall in October as Hurricane Milton moved through, pushing water levels even higher, leading to flooding along the St. Johns River and many of its tributaries. more
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UF expert: While hurricanes are on your mind, get your septic system inspected
About 2 million Florida homes – or about 30% of the state’s residents- use septic to treat wastewater. When they flood, they can fill with debris and must be professionally cleaned. more
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Two people survey their beachfront home and business, destroyed in Hurricane Milton, on Manasota Key, Fla., Oct. 13, 2024.
Beyond bottled water and sandwiches: What FEMA is doing to get hurricane victims back into their homes
FEMA officials say the agency has enough funding to handle immediate response and recovery from both Helene and Milton. more
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Orange County Public Works Department creates an interactive map for storm debris removal
The Orange County Public Works Department has developed an interactive map to help residents keep track of neighborhood debris removal and answer questions about debris from Hurricane Milton. more
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Florida insurance claim denials rise after Hurricanes Helene and Milton
According to data from the Florida Office of Insurance Regulation, many companies denied claims related to flood damage, a peril not typically covered under standard homeowners' insurance policies. more
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