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Florida’s Disaster Contractors Network activated for hurricane season
Florida’s Disaster Contractors Network (DCN) has been activated to support homeowners... more
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Grocery store manager shares storm prep advice
An Okeechobee grocery store manager has decades of experience meeting the needs of the community before, during and after hurricanes. more
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Tropical terminology to know
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. 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]
Hurricanes can bring tornadoes
In 2024, Floridians learned hurricanes can also bring tornadoes ... more
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Prepare before summer storms strike
Summer storm season is here, but having the right outdoor power equipment on hand can help you weather storms better ... more
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FPL’s “smart trimming” technology is part of the company’s ongoing investments to make South Central Florida’s energy grid more storm resilient.
FPL brings 2026 infrastructure upgrades to Okeechobee County
Florida Power & Light Company (FPL) will continue building a stronger, smarter and more... more
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Strengthen your property & check your insurance coverage prepare for hurricane season
The 2026 Atlantic Hurricane Season officially begins June 1. Now is the time to strengthen your property to reduce ... more
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Is your home’s water system prepared for hurricane season?
June marks the start of hurricane season in Florida, and most families know the basics: check the batteries ... more
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09/29/09 Hobe Sound intracoastal community along IRL Indian River Lagoon homes development
Preparing for the upcoming Hurricane Season
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 ... more
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Boat owners should prepare for storm season
By preparing for a hurricane or tropical storm, boat owners can stay safe and reduce the risk of damage to their property. more
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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]
Prepare your yard for hurricane season
Preparing for hurricane season includes landscaping. more
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FPL offers safety tips on hurricane preparedness
At Florida Power & Light Company (FPL), safety is the cornerstone of our commitment to customers... more
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WM offers pre- and post-storm tips
In order to prepare for hurricane season, and enable our drivers to restart essential services as soon as a storm passes ... more
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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]
Many hurricane supply items are exempt from taxes
Many items needed to prepare for hurricane season are tax exempt. more
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2026 Hurricane Season begins in June – Are you prepared?
Twelve to 15 named storms…six to nine hurricanes…including two to three major hurricanes. That is what experts expect for... more
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Hurricane Hugo [Image courtesy National Hurricane Center]
Hurricane names for 2026: Arthur - Wilfred
Hurricane names for 2026 start with Arthur ... more
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AI to be used in forecasting hurricanes
h National Hurricane Center Science Operation Officer Wallace Hogsett answers questions about artificial intelligence used in hurricane forecasts ... Artificial intelligence (AI) is a hot topic. How is the National Hurricane Center using … more
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Hurricane Milton [Photo courtesy NOAA]
NHC to use new forecast graphics for 2026 hurricane season
NOAA’s National Hurricane Center (NHC) is implementing two new tropical products and services ... more
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FEMA provides Florida Helene and Milton Recovery Fact Sheet 071
While Florida and local partners lead Helene and Milton recovery, FEMA has provided more than $11 billion in grants to survivors ... more
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Agriculture is a significant contributor to the state’s economy and the impact of hurricanes and tropical storms can be devastating to agricultural production.
Ian/Nicole overlap complicates loss and damage assessments
University of Florida economists continue to hone data sets and methods to improve predictions... more
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