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The view of Hurricane Florence from the International Space Station in 2018.
NOAA’s 2025 hurricane forecast warns of a busy season – a storm scientist explains why and what meteorologists are watching
Every year, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and other forecasters release preseason outlooks for the Atlantic’s hurricane season, which runs June 1st through November 30th. more
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Prepare your landscape and trees for the hurricane season
Home and business owners can take steps to make sure the trees can withstand tropical storm- and hurricane-force winds and rains. more
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Be Ready, Not Reactive: Prepare for hurricane season now
Making the switch to natural gas requires some planning to fulfill your natural gas service installation. That’s why we encourage homeowners to act now, before a storm is on the horizon. more
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Get ready for storm season with FPL’s Hurricane Preparedness Checklist
In this article, you will find a checklist of important details to consider before, during and after a storm. From a plan with your family, to building an emergency kit, preparing your home, and more, this will help you get through it more safely. more
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Dry conditions persist across District for third consecutive month
Rainfall totals were minimal, with much of the District seeing less than half an inch for the month. more
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Hurricane Humberto.
Hurricane disaster planning with aging parents should start now, before the storm: 5 tips
Emergency preparedness plans too often overlook the specific needs of elders in America’s aging population, many of whom live alone. more
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A person uses a garden hose in an effort to save a neighboring home from catching fire during the Eaton Fire on Jan. 8, 2025 in Altadena, California.
Dozens of members of Congress from both parties plead with administration to unfreeze FEMA grants
Members of Congress from both political parties are calling on the Trump administration to unfreeze funding for a grant program that helps local communities better prepare for natural disasters. more
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AAA shares insurance advice to help residents prepare for hurricanes
The 2024 Atlantic hurricane season was the third costliest, with $129.7 billion in damages and multiple Category 5 hurricanes. This staggering level of destruction underscores how preparedness is the key to minimizing future risks. more
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Radar shows a NOAA Hurricane Hunter flying through Tropical Storm Idalia during a mission in 2023.
Hurricane forecasts are more accurate than ever – NOAA funding cuts could change that, with a busy storm season coming
Thanks to federally funded research, forecasts of tropical cyclone tracks today are up to 75% more accurate than in 1990. But is that funding about to end? more
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Hurricane Season begins June 1st.
Central Florida agencies meet in Apopka to enhance hurricane preparedness and flood management
The Atlantic hurricane season starts on June 1st and concludes on November 30th. The season's peak is typically mid-August through late October, with September 10th being the historical peak date for storm activity. more
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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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