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Age can make recovery harder after a disaster like the tornado that tore apart Greenfield, Iowa, in May 2024
Who is displaced by tornadoes, wildfires, and other disasters tells a story of vulnerability and recovery challenges in America
The Census Bureau estimates that nearly 2.5 million Americans had to leave their homes because of disasters in 2023, whether for a short period or much longer. more
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Eye on Orange County: Emergency Operations Center modernized for hurricane season
The Orange County Emergency Operations Center got a major upgrade to provide everything necessary to ensure exceptional operations. more
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Know the dangers found on lakes during severe weather
Life can be better by the lake, but it’s crucial to recognize the dangers that accompany severe storms. High water levels, flooding, and floating or flying debris are common hazards during and after hurricanes. more
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Older adults face health risks from high heat for many reasons, including medications.
Heat waves can be deadly for older adults: An aging global population and rising temperatures mean millions are at risk
Extreme heat worsens common age-related health conditions such as heart, lung, and kidney disease and can cause delirium. Older people don’t sweat as much as younger people, which makes it harder for their bodies to cool down when temperatures spike. more
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Preparing for pets prior to hurricane season provides peace of mind
Crafting a plan of action ahead of hurricane season is essential to ensuring your pet's safety and well-being. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you prepare and alleviate unnecessary panic. more
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April’s low rainfall highlights need for water conservation
April marks the third consecutive month of below-average rainfall for the St. Johns River Water Management District’s 18-county region. While frontal systems brought some rain, it primarily … more
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Extra-special preparation required for extra-special community during emergency situations
Seniors and special needs residents require extra care, especially during a hurricane, flood, or tornado. Crafting an easy-to-understand action plan that works for a family’s unique needs is important. more
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La Niña typically means cooler, wetter conditions on average globally, but not everywhere and not every time.
La Niña is coming, raising the chances of a dangerous Atlantic hurricane season
La Niña and El Niño are the two extremes of a recurring climate pattern that can affect weather around the world. more
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Innovative technology to evaluate forest damage helps with rapid response after hurricanes
When hurricanes careen through Florida, they not only damage homes and businesses but also destroy forests and timber farms. more
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Rep. Frost's bill to fix gaps in hurricane prep passes House
Frost’s bill would ensure that hurricane preparedness tools, alerts, and planning systems would address the needs of seniors, people with disabilities, non-English speakers, and rural and urban populations. more
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Vehicle and home damage in areas impacted by Hurricane Ian in Bonita Springs.
DeSantis signs two bills designed to bolster Florida homes against hurricanes
DeSantis signed Senate Bill 7028, which will add another $200 million in funding for the My Safe Florida Home Program. more
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March marks the second consecutive month of below-average rainfall for the District
In March, rainfall across the St. Johns River Water Management District was slightly below the monthly average, with frontal systems being the main source of precipitation. more
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Below-average rainfall in February for the District
In February, the St. Johns River Water Management District region witnessed below-average rainfall, with most precipitation concentrated mid-month. more
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How Florida’s home insurance market became so dysfunctional, so fast
Florida insurance premiums cost homeowners an eye-watering $6,000 a year. That’s more than triple the national average. more
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Unlocking the heat in mosquito modeling: Exploring disease transmission under climate change
The study contends that if mosquitoes undergo thermal adaptation in their local environments, it could lead to variation in how different populations respond to temperature. Matthew Thomas, a UF/IFAS professor and UF/IFAS Invasive Science Research Institute … more
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Above-average rainfall dominates most of the District
Of the 18 counties that comprise the District, 11 received between half an inch to an inch more rainfall than their usual monthly average. more
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FEMA urges Florida homeowners to take mitigation measures against hurricanes
As resilience starts at home, FEMA strongly encourages homeowners in Florida to take mitigation measures to prepare themselves and their families against potential disasters. more
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Low-income communities often wait longer for electricity to come back after outages.
Power outages leave poor communities in the dark longer: Evidence from 15M outages raises questions about recovery times
Data from over 15 million consumers in 588 U.S. counties who lost power when hurricanes landed between January 2017 and October 2020 shows that poorer communities waited longer for the lights to return. more
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Districts gear up for 2024 hurricane season with proactive measures
Despite ongoing recovery efforts from the previous year's hurricane season, the St. Johns River and South Florida water management districts are already taking steps to ensure operational readiness. more
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December downpour doubles typical monthly average
December’s weather defied the usual dry trend of this time of year, with the districtwide average rainfall exceeding the typical total. more
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Winter is Coming: Severe weather is headed Apopka's way
The National Weather Service in Melbourne issued a warning that Central Florida will be hit by a severe storm this (Tuesday) afternoon and into the evening. more
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Meteorological events to look for in 2024—and where best to see them
Stacker sourced information from NASA, weather channels, and astronomy sites to list 2024's most notable astronomical events to help people plan their sky viewing for the year. more
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District preparing for heavy rainfall this weekend
Above-average rainfall is anticipated from today through the weekend, raising concerns for potential flooding in low-lying areas. more
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Rainfall divides the district in November
The Central Florida corridor stretching from Orlando to Daytona experienced abnormally high rainfall amounts, measuring approximately three times higher than the monthly average. more
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Hurricane Idalia
FEMA assistance for Hurricane Idalia coming to a close for Floridians
Today is the last day for Floridians who sustained loss from Hurricane Idalia to apply for federal assistance before the deadline. more
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