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Over half of all flood-related drownings occur when a vehicle is driven into hazardous flood water.
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By Danika J. Fornear
Caloosa Belle | 8/9/21 |
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The National Weather Center issued the following update on Tropical Storm Elsa at 11 a.m. on July 5:
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Special to the Lake Okeechobee News
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7/5/21
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NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center is predicting another above-normal Atlantic hurricane season...
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By Katherine Allen, Lisa Hamilton, and Yilin Zhuang
UF/IFAS | 7/1/21 |
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Hurricanes bring excessive rain. When heavy rains bring flooding to an area, your private well may not be safe to drink.
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by Yilin Zhuang
Water Resources Regional Specialized Agent
UF/IFAS
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7/1/21
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When an area has been free of hurricane-strength winds for a number of years, there is a possibility of severe damage…
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By Timothy K. Broschat and Derek Burch
UF/IFAS | 7/1/21 |
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Millions of people were affected by hurricanes in 2017. Their perceptions have been reset, but some don’t line up with reality.
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By Dennis Feltgen
National Hurricane Center | 7/1/21 |
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When a hurricane threatens, do you have a plan for your pets? Do you have a safe spot for them in your home? What will you do with them if you can’t stay in your home?
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By Katrina Elsken
Lake Okeechobee News | 6/3/21 |
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Weathering storms is a part of every Floridian’s life. As the 2021 Hurricane Season begins, please take a few minutes to review some of the mandatory supplies.
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6/2/21
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As hurricane season approaches (June 1-November 30), all residents and visitors of Okeechobee County are encouraged to get prepared by creating a family hurricane plan
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Special to the Lake Okeechobee News
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5/24/21
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