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It’s not luck! Don’t leave disaster preparedness to chance
As Spring approaches, so do hurricane and wildfire seasons, along with an increased threat... more
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SBA provides grace period for Hurricane Idalia filing deadline now Dec. 14
SBA provides a grace period for Hurricane Idalia Disaster Assistance filing deadline... more
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A volunteer uses a chainsaw at the North Florida Research Education Center -- Suwannee Valley.
UF/IFAS facilities rebuild from Hurricane Idalia with help
When Hurricane Idalia barreled through the Big Bend region of Florida... more
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Collaboratory reports on Hurricane Ian relief efforts as anniversary nears
In response to Hurricane Ian, one of the most devastating natural disasters in history to hit... more
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AAA provides insurance advice for Florida residents recovering from Hurricane Idalia
The Auto Club Group is providing advice to help residents who may have suffered either wind or flood damage... more
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DOH-Collier issues precautionary swim advisory
The Florida Department of Health in Collier County is advising the public not to enter the water due to the possible increased risk... more
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DCF released SNAP early due to Hurricane Idalia
On Aug. 29, the Department of Children and Families (DCF) will be releasing SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefits early... more
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SFWMD-managed lands temporarily closing in preparation of Hurricane Idalia
The South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) is temporarily closing SFWMD-managed lands in Collier, Lee and... more
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Okeechobee County continues to monitor Hurricane Storm Idalia
Okeechobee County emergency officials are continuing to monitor Hurricane Idalia. Okeechobee County is currently... more
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Storm Updates from the Area Agency on Aging for SWFL
The AAASWFL team will continue to be available to assist Southwest Florida residents on the phone and over email. more
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DCN has been activated to connect homeowners with contractors following Hurricane Idalia
Florida’s Disaster Contractors Network (DCN) has been activated to support homeowners who may need home repairs.. more
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President Biden approves emergency declaration for Florida
On Monday, Aug. 28, FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance has been made... more
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SBA postpones Aug. 29 Disaster Recovery & Resilience Resource Fair
Regrettably, we must postpone the Disaster Recovery & Resilience Resource Fair originally set for August 29... more
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Three things Floridians can do to be ready to file a claim after Idalia
Tropical Storm Idalia is forecast to approach Florida as a major hurricane... more
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FWC reminds vessel owners to secure their boats and have a plan
Taking time to prepare well in advance of an impending storm reduces risk to life and property. more
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Statement from United Way of on Tropical Storm Idalia
For questions regarding preparation for Tropical Storm Idalia, contact United Way 211. more
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The W. P. Franklin Lock and Dam, is located along the Caloosahatchee River, approximately 33 miles upstream of the Gulf Intracoastal Waterway and about 43 miles downstream of the Julian Keen Jr. Lock at Moore Haven, where the river meets Lake Okeechobee. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers constructed the dam in 1965 for flood control, water control, prevention of salt-water intrusion, and navigation purposes. The Corps currently manages five locks along the 152-mile Okeechobee Waterway.
Okeechobee Waterway Lock operations during Hurricane Idalia preparations
Safe harbor lockages began on Monday, Aug. 28, 2023 to allow... more
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AAA tips to help residents prepare for Tropical Storm Idalia
As Tropical Storm Idalia churns toward Florida, insurance experts at AAA... more
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SFWMD readies water management system
The South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) is closely monitoring Tropical Storm... more
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Rain and storm winds blowing trees
Okeechobee County advisory on Tropical Storm Idalia
As of Monday, Aug. 28, 2023, at 12:20 p.m. Okeechobee County has these important updates: more
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