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In the event of a hurricane watch, Hendry County will open some shelters as needed.
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Special to Hendry County News
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6/11/26
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Okeechobee County has established a Special Needs Shelter Program to provide assistance for those with certain medical problems during a major emergency.
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By Okeechobee County Emergency Management
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6/11/26
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Florida’s Disaster Contractors Network (DCN) has been activated to support homeowners...
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Special to Lake Okeechobee News
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6/4/26
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An Okeechobee grocery store manager has decades of experience meeting the needs of the community before, during and after hurricanes.
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By Cathy Womble
Lake Okeechobee News | 6/3/26 |
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During the Atlantic hurricane season, it’s important to know the tropical weather terms that may be used by meteorologists over the next several months.
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Special to Lake Okeechobee News
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6/3/26
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During the Atlantic hurricane season, it’s important to know the tropical weather terms that may be used by meteorologists over the next several months.
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Special to Lake Okeechobee News
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6/3/26
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![LAKEPORT -- This home on the Rim Canal was a two-story house before a tornado ripped the top story off on Oct. 9. [Photo by Katrina Elsken/Lake Okeechobee News]](https://eta.creativecirclecdn.com/scfl/medium/20241011-104756-709-HUR%20no%20longer%20a%20two%20story%20house.jpg)
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In 2024, Floridians learned hurricanes can also bring tornadoes ...
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Special to Lake Okeechobee News
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6/3/26
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In 2024, Floridians learned hurricanes can also bring tornadoes ...
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Special to Lake Okeechobee News
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6/3/26
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Summer storm season is here, but having the right outdoor power equipment on hand can help you weather storms better ...
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News by Outdoor Power Equipment Institute
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6/2/26
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Florida Power & Light Company (FPL) will continue building a stronger, smarter and more...
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Special to Lake Okeechobee News
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6/1/26
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The 2026 Atlantic Hurricane Season officially begins June 1. Now is the time to strengthen your property to reduce ...
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By American Property Casualty Insurance Association
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5/28/26
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June marks the start of hurricane season in Florida, and most families know the basics: check the batteries ...
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By Florida Governmental Utility Authority
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5/28/26
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The annual Atlantic hurricane season begins on Monday, June 1 and now is a good time for Florida residents to make sure they are prepared for any storms this ...
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By SFWMD
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5/28/26
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By preparing for a hurricane or tropical storm, boat owners can stay safe and reduce the risk of damage to their property.
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News from FWC
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5/26/26
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![Hurricane preparation may include removing a tree that is leaning or too close to a structure. [Photo by Katrina Elsken/Lake Okeechobee News]](https://eta.creativecirclecdn.com/scfl/medium/20260522-190443-e8e-HUr%20trees%202.jpg)
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Preparing for hurricane season includes landscaping.
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By Katrina Elsken
Lake Okeechobee News | 5/26/26 |
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At Florida Power & Light Company (FPL), safety is the cornerstone of our commitment to customers...
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Special to Lake Okeechobee News
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5/21/26
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In order to prepare for hurricane season, and enable our drivers to restart essential services as soon as a storm passes ...
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By Waste Management
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5/19/26
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![A new tax law permanently exempting certain hurricane kit items from state sales tax, went into effect on Aug. 1, 2025, on storm supplies in Florida. Portable generators and fuel containers are among the items qualified for tax-free purchases. [Photo courtesy OPEI]](https://eta.creativecirclecdn.com/scfl/medium/20250808-162204-7bc-sales%20tax%20exempt.jpg)
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Many items needed to prepare for hurricane season are tax exempt.
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Special to Lake Okeechobee News
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5/18/26
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Many items needed to prepare for hurricane season are tax exempt.
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Special to Lake Okeechobee News
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5/18/26
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Twelve to 15 named storms…six to nine hurricanes…including two to three major hurricanes. That is what experts expect for...
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News from The Florida Governmental Utility Authority
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5/6/26
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