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FEMA extends deadline to apply for federal disaster assistance
FEMA has extended the application deadline to Jan. 12, 2023, for survivors in... more
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FEMA is hiring Florida workers
FEMA is conducting local hiring for more than 300 jobs in Brandon, Fort Myers, Kissimmee, Orlando and Sarasota. The agency is seeking people with experience in customer service, logistics, … more
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Federal support for Hurricane Ian recovery nears $1.3 billion
More than $1.27 billion in federal grants, disaster loans and flood insurance payments has been provided.... more
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NFIP issuing advance payments to policyholders after Hurricane Ian
FEMA has also taken steps to ease burdens on its policyholders as they begin to clean up and repair... more
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DCF waiting on approval of Disaster SNAP benefits for families
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – The Department of Children and Families (DCF) has submitted a request to the United States Department of … more
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Spotting scams after the storm
After disasters sweep through an area, an unfortunate reality usually follows: fraudulent offers of funding... more
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FEMA loans available for counties impacted by Hurricane Ian
ATLANTA – The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced today the addition of several Florida counties to the disaster declaration for Hurricane Ian … more
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Be alert to fraud following a disaster
Disaster survivors should be aware that con artists and criminals may try to obtain money or steal... more
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Hurricane Ian has impacted healthcare institutions on the west coast of Florida.
FEMA continues response to Hurricane Ian
WASHINGTON -- FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell visited local officials in Florida the past several days to discuss the federal government’s support for survivors … more
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EPA tools to assist cleanup in the wake of Hurricane Ian
EPA offers several resources and tips for managing debris during storm cleanup... more
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Xfinity hot spots open to the public
To help residents and emergency personnel stay connected ahead of Hurricane Ian, Comcast’s network of more than 200,000 public Xfinity WiFi hotspots throughout Alabama, Florida, Georgia, and … more
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The International Space Station shared this image of Hurricane Ian on Sept. 26. [Courtesy photo]
Search and rescue efforts underway for hurricane victims
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — This morning, Governor Ron DeSantis issued updates on Hurricane Ian at the State Emergency Operations Center more
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Beware of carbon monoxide poisoning
The Florida Department of Health advises the public to avoid carbon monoxide (CO) exposure by taking precautions with gas-powered appliances and charcoal or gas grills.  more
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Storm waters may bring health risks
If you have had flooding, water must be removed as quickly as possible since it may contain material from … more
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President approves major disaster declaration for Florida
FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance has been made available to the state of Florida to supplement state, tribal and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by … more
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USDA NRCS announces Florida office closures due to Hurricane Ian
GAINESVILLE — Due to Hurricane Ian, several of our Florida NRCS offices and USDA Service Centers will be closed the remainder of this week. Please call ahead to ensure your local NRCS or USDA … more
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USDA encourages Ag producers, residents to prepare for Hurricane Ian
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) reminds communities, farmers and ranchers... more
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If the water rises too quickly, it can damage or destroy the vegetation that helps clean the lake and provides habitat for fish.
Lake O level: One big storm can change everything
What will Hurricane Ian mean for Lake Okeechobee? more
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