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GAINESVILLE, Fla. — It’s easy to take things like electricity, Wi-Fi and cell service for granted — until a hurricane blows through and knocks out these modern conveniences, sometimes for days at a time. This was the case… Read More
GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Floridians preparing for the next Hurricane Irma can visit the University of Florida’s new disaster website for quick tips, videos and more on how to deal with a natural disaster. Experts encourage users to… Read More
Atlantic Hurricane season officially begins on June 1st and continues until November 30th. With heavy rains comes pooling water and mosquito breeding. Fortunately, in St Lucie County we have a well-managed mosquito control district. These dedicated employees… Read More
As we saw in the aftermath of Hurricane Irma, severe storms often result in extended power losses and flooding. Many of you did a tremendous job of preparing for these calamities, protecting your health and keeping your food… Read More
Hurricane season … that time between June 1 and November 30 everyone living in the Atlantic Basin region loves to wish away… is here. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has predicted this year to be normal… Read More
Most people have the same basic preparedness needs as everyone else; however, some individuals have special needs that go beyond the basics. This blog was written for those who have age- or health-related disabilities, yet are able to… Read More
Hurricanes, floods, wildfires and other natural disasters can – and do – strike at any time. It’s important to remember that if your home is not safe for your family to stay, then it isn’t safe for your… Read More
1. DO YOUR RESEARCH: The Florida Emergency Preparedness Guide can be found at http://www.floridahealth.gov/programs-and-services/emergency-preparedness-and-response/_documents/prepareguide-eng.pdf and The Essential Guide to Hurricane Preparedness can be found at http://www.floridahealth.gov/programs-and-services/emergency-preparedness-and-response/_documents/prepareguide-eng.pdf . More resources can be found by visiting Florida’s Division of Consumer Affairs website… Read More
In the swirl of activity in gathering papers and first aid supplies and flashlights and the like, it’s easy to overlook one critical element of your preparations: making sure you eat right during and after a storm. Don’t… Read More
According to data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) driving on a rainy day is more dangerous than driving in snow and sleet. After averaging 10 years of statistics, NHTSA researchers found that 46 percent of… Read More
