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Michael Eng
August 28, 2023

OCPS schools will be open tomorrow

Any decision on the cancellation of after-school activities on Tuesday or school on Wednesday will be made later this evening or tomorrow morning.

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By

Amy Quesinberry Price
August 28, 2023

Oakland preparing for Tropical Storm Idalia

Sandbags are available inside Oakland Town Hall; residents must fill their own.

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By

Michael Eng
August 28, 2023

St. Johns district activates EOC before Idalia

The district urges residents to take precautions as the forecast is predicting Tropical Storm Idalia to bring high winds across most of the district’s 18-county region.

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By

Amy Quesinberry Price
August 28, 2023

Ocoee to open self-serve sandbag site

City residents can fill their own bags at the Ocoee Public Works facility on Maguire Road.

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Amy Quesinberry Price
August 28, 2023

Free sandbags for Winter Garden residents, businesses

The ready-made sandbags can be picked up at the Public Works Complex on West Bay Street in Winter Garden.

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By

Andrea Mujica
August 28, 2023

Duke Energy Florida gets ready for storm Idalia

As Orlando stays within storm Idalia's cone of impact, Duke Energy Florida continues to monitor the system while making the necessary preparations to better serve the community.

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By

Amy Quesinberry Price
August 28, 2023

Rosen Hotels reduces pricing ahead of Idalia

The hotel properties are offering “distress rates” to Florida residents to help people evacuate safely.

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By National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
August 17, 2023

Forecasters increase prediction to ‘above normal’

Record warm sea surface temps could result in greater activity.

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By Lourdes Mederos | UF/IFAS
August 17, 2023

Five tips to help you save on hurricane preparedness expenses

The Florida Department of Revenue’s second sales tax holiday period runs Aug. 26 through Sept. 8.

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By Lourdes Mederos | UF/IFAS
July 3, 2023

Floods, warm temperatures promote mosquito production

An expert from the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences explains what to expect and how to protect you and your family.

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By Courtesy of NOAA
July 3, 2023

NOAA expects near-normal Atlantic season

El Niño, above-average Atlantic Ocean temperatures set the stage.

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By Jaclyn Rhoads | Troop 2059 leader
May 23, 2023

Area Girl Scouts create hurricane-prep kits for kids

Girl Scout Troop 2059, which has members from Windermere and Dr. Phillips, is offering kits to anyone new to Florida.

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By Orange County Government
May 17, 2023

Orange County stresses generator safety

Although generators can provide power following a storm, they also can be dangerous if used improperly.

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By Orange County Government
May 17, 2023

The importance of hiring a licensed contractor

Often, the cheapest option ultimately may cost you the most in the long run.

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By Orange County Government
May 17, 2023

Lake safety key hurricane survival skill

With so many lakes in the West Orange County region, lake safety is particularly important during a hurricane.

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