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IMMOKALEE, FLORIDA - FEBRUARY 19: Workers pick tomatoes at a farm owned and operated by Pacific Tomato Growers on February 19, 2021 in Immokalee, Florida.
Florida has the highest rate of heat-related illnesses, a new report finds
Over the past four years, Florida has had the highest rate of emergency room visits because of heat-related problems, with almost 5,000 hospitalizations between 2018 and 2022, according to the report. more
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Rep. Frost introduces the Energy Storage for Resilient Homes Act to save lives during hurricanes and extreme weather
With residents of Florida and Puerto Rico most vulnerable to some of the worst storms and natural disasters our country has seen, Reps. Frost and González-Colón want to ensure that every person and family can access home energy storage batteries. more
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June rainfall below average for fifth straight month
District staff continue to monitor rainfall and groundwater levels to ensure adequate supply for public demand but emphasize the importance of using water wisely. more
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New map reveals high wildfire risks for Florida amid heat wave
According to the map, Apopka has a high risk of wildfire—higher than 84% of communities in the US, while Orange County has a VERY high risk, higher than 94% of other counties in the US. more
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The heat is on… stay safe!
With prolonged exposure to extreme heat, your body is more at risk for experiencing heat exhaustion or heat stroke. more
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Visitors walk past a sign reading ‘Stop: Extreme Heat Danger’ in Death Valley National Park during a heat wave on July 7, 2024.
Extreme heat waves broiling the planet in 2024 aren’t normal: How climate change is heating up weather around the world
Globally, each of the past 13 months has been the hottest on record for that month, including the hottest June, according to the European Union’s Copernicus climate service. more
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Tap Water – An essential part of a hurricane preparedness plan
Monitored 24/7, the water produced in the County’s facilities meets or exceeds state and federal standards. At just over $1 for the first 1,000 gallons, it’s an excellent and cost-effective source for emergency supplies that don’t add plastic waste to the environment. more
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Hurricane Beryl hit the island of Carriacou, Grenada, on July 1, 2024, with 150 mph sustained winds.
Hurricane Beryl’s rapid intensification, Category 5 winds so early in a season are alarming: Here’s why more tropical storms are exploding in strength
Hurricane Beryl’s strength and rapid intensification were unusual for a storm so early in the season. That is especially alarming as forecasters expect an exceptionally active Atlantic hurricane season. more
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Stop, Look and Listen: Traffic signal safety tips to use in a post-hurricane scenario
Imagine a world without traffic signals; it's a scene of potential chaos. During power outages, stoplights often malfunction, causing mayhem for drivers and pedestrians. more
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2024’s violent tornado season has been one of the most active on record − a meteorologist explains the weather behind the outbreaks
More than 1,100 tornadoes were reported through May − a preliminary number but nearly twice the 30-year average at that point and behind only 2011, when deadly tornado outbreaks tore across the southeastern United States. more
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FEMA: Be alert to fraud after a disaster
If you believe you are the victim of a scam, report it immediately to your local police or sheriff's department or contact Florida’s Office of the Attorney General. more
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Baseball fans clear the stands as lightning strikes near the Colorado Rockies’ stadium in 2019.
How to stay safe during lightning storms – summer is the highest-risk season
Each year in the United States, lightning strikes around 37 million times. It kills 21 people a year in the U.S. on average. Baseball fans clear the stands as lightning strikes near the Colorado Rockies’ stadium in … more
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A heat dome sent temperatures soaring as summer 2024 was about to begin. Orange is a moderate heat risk for June 18, red is major, and purple is extreme.
What is a heat dome? A meteorologist explains the weather phenomenon
Typically, heat domes are tied to the behavior of the jet stream, a band of fast winds high in the atmosphere that generally runs west to east. more
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Hurricane Humberto, as captured by a NOAA satellite on September 15, 2019.
Orange County to host 2024 Hurricane Expo: Beyond the Forecast
Orange County Government and the Office of Emergency Management will host the 2024 Hurricane Expo on Saturday, June 15th. more
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Dry conditions continue throughout the District in May
May saw sparse and uneven rainfall, with all counties receiving less than their monthly average. The deficit was nearly two inches in some areas. more
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Warm water expands, raising sea levels, which worsens storm surges during hurricanes. It’s only one risk from warming oceans.
The warming ocean is leaving coastal economies in hot water
Ocean temperatures have been heating up over the past century, and hitting record highs for much of the past year, driven primarily by the rise in greenhouse gas emissions from burning fossil fuels more
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Stay safe with natural gas this hurricane season
Take the opportunity this Hurricane Season to prepare by selecting the appropriate energy source for your home or business: the direct use of natural gas. Here's the difference it can make in a hurricane. more
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The sticky combination of heat and high humidity can be more than uncomfortable – it can be deadly.
Heat index warnings can save lives on dangerously hot days − if people understand what they mean
Humidity doesn’t just make you feel sticky and uncomfortable – it also creates extra dangerous conditions on hot days. Together, too much heat and humidity can make you sick. And in severe cases, it can cause your body to shut down. more
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Farm Share reminds families to prepare for hurricane season; launches disaster relief website
Farm Share has launched a new disaster relief web page with information on hurricane supplies, upcoming food and hurricane supplies distribution events, and the organization’s disaster preparation and response efforts.  more
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The U.S. is in for another busy hurricane season. Here are hurricanes Irma, Jose, and Katia in 2017.
Hurricane forecast points to a dangerous 2024 Atlantic season, with La Niña and a persistently warm ocean teaming up to power fierce storms
If the National Hurricane Center’s early forecast is right, the North Atlantic could see 17 to 25 named storms, eight to 13 hurricanes, and four to seven major hurricanes by the end of November. That’s the highest number of named storms in any NOAA preseason forecast. more
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As sea levels rise, salt marshes naturally retreat landward. However, movement can be hindered by natural barriers or human-made structures, like roads and buildings.
Conservation groups tout natural defenses against hurricanes
Studies show areas with intact natural defenses, such as dunes, wetlands, and marshes, experienced less damage than areas where such features had been degraded or removed. more
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UF/IFAS checklist to prepare for a busy hurricane season
UF/IFAS experts have created a simple-to-follow checklist for hurricane preparedness steps to prepare for this year’s busy hurricane season. more
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Survey: 1-in-4 Floridians would ignore hurricane evacuation warnings
According to the survey, nearly a quarter of Florida residents (23%) do NOT make advanced preparations for hurricane season or severe weather. more
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Hurricane Ian on Sept. 28, 2022.
Forecasters predict 4 to 7 major hurricanes will hit the Atlantic basin this year. How will Florida fare?
Forecasters predict above-normal hurricane activity in the Atlantic basin this year, with 17 to 25 named storms. 8 to 13 are forecasted to be hurricanes, including 4 to 7 major hurricanes—meaning a category 3, 4, or 5. more
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Florida expert stresses vigilance, compassion this hurricane season
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration predicts between 17 and 25 named storms this summer and fall, with eight to 13 achieving hurricane status. more
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