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FEMA inspectors working in Florida
FEMA Disaster Survivor Assistance (DSA) crews will be working in Florida neighborhoods helping people apply for FEMA assistance after Hurricanes Milton and Helene. more
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After a hurricane, look for the helpers
“When I was a boy and saw scary things in the news, my mother would say, ‘Look for the helpers. You will always find people who are helping.’” Fred Rogers more
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United Way seeks donations and volunteers
As the clean-up and recovery from Hurricane Milton moves forward in earnest over the next several days and weeks, United Way of Lee, Hendry, and Glades is … more
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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]
National Weather Service surveys tornado damage
The National Weather Service issued 129  tornado warnings and documented 38 different tornadoes reported by eye witnesses The first tornado reported in the Big Lake area on Oct. 9, traveled … more
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Hurricane victims warned of scams
Floridians should be aware that con artists and criminals may try to obtain money or steal personal information through fraud or identity theft ... more
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Disaster assistance available to those with storm damage
Residents can apply for Individual Assistance by going to https://www.disasterassistance.gov/ more
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Photo courtesy Cross Training Ministries
Cross Training Ministries hit by tornado
CLEWISTON -- A Gofundme.com account has been set up for Clewiston’s Cross Training Ministries, which suffered severe damage on Oct. 9 when their buildings were hit by a tornado in the outer … more
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Port Mayaca Lock and Dam and Lake Okeechobee.
Port Mayaca Lock reopens but limited in width
Attention all concerned boaters! The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has competed the inspection of the Okeechobee Waterway post-Hurricane Milton and it has been determined safe for navigation. … more
Florida National Guard distributes Meals, Ready to Eat
The Florida National Guard has been distributing food, water and tarps in areas impacted by Hurricane Milton. more
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Linemen work to restore power to thousands of lake area residents
In Okeechobee County, as of 10 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 12,  FPL had 2,780 customers in Okeechobee County without power. … more
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Hurricane storm surge churned Lake O
Hurricane Milton's winds churned Lake Okeechobee Oct. 9 and 10,  pushing the lake water up against the side of the dike in a storm surge. … more
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Palm tree survival after hurricanes: UF/IFAS tips and insights for property owners
In the aftermath of a hurricane, some palm tree owners may worry about the survival of their beloved palms. more
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DOH-Hendry offices reopen after severe weather
All Florida Department of Health in Hendry (DOH-Hendry) offices will reopen with regular operation hours on Monday, October 14, 2024.  more
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FWC to hold meeting on Captive Wildlife Rule Development for Game Farms & Hunt Preserves
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission will be hosting public meetings to encourage input on captive wildlife draft regulations more
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IRS announces tax relief for victims of Milton
These taxpayers now have until May 1, 2025, to file various federal individual and business tax returns and make tax payments. more
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Property owners encouraged to contact insurance companies about hurricane damage
Insurers are deploying all available resources to help their customers begin the recovery process after Hurricane Milton. The American Property Casualty Insurance ... more
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IRRECGreenhouse.jpg: Hurricane Milton destroyed infrastructure, including this greenhouse, at the UF/IFAS Indian River Research and Education Center in Fort Pierce. [Courtesy photo]
Farmers and ranchers asked to report storm losses
UF/IFAS requests agricultural producers affected by Hurricane Milton, a Category 3 storm that came ashore near Siesta Key on Oct. 9, … more
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Protect your lungs as you clean up storm debris
 The American Lung Association is issuing the following health guidance as  Florida assesses and responds to the damage inflicted by Hurricane Milton and multiple tornadoes. Post-hurricane … more
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Selling produce directly to consumers at a market. [Photo courtesy Jessica Ryals/ UF/IFAS]
Storm victims may qualify for food help
People affected by hurricanes Helene and Milton can apply for Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program  (D-SNAP), l … more
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This photo of Lake Okeechobee was taken on Oct. 7, 2024. [Photo by Katrina Elsken/Lake Okeechobee News]
Lake could rise to 17 feet as storm water drains south
Lake Okeechobee could rise to nearly 17 feet as the rainfall from Hurricane Milton drains south according to Col. Brandon Bowman … more
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