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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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Brett Elliott, Foreman for Orange County Health Services Department and Mosquito Control Division
Committed Orange County team ensures safe passage home with post-hurricane assessments
The team collaborates with shelters to identify the addresses of those sheltering, divides the tasks, and conducts what they loosely call “windshield safety checks.”  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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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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Tropical storm could bring flooding rains to Florida this weekend
AccuWeather expert meteorologists are urging people along the U.S. Gulf and southeast Atlantic coast to monitor a tropical rainstorm that could intensify this weekend. more
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Safety tips for driving in summer storms
AAA encourages people who live in flood-prone areas to be proactive. Before severe weather strikes, consider parking your vehicle in a parking garage or at a friend’s house until the weather passes. more
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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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