Category: Disaster Preparation

Simple things you can do to prepare for a Hurricane.

by Jana Anderson

September 23, 2022

Hurricane Preparedness- Most residents in Florida are very familiar with the word hurricane. How we choose to respond can range from excitement for weather enthusiast or to sheer disdain with the thought of constant rain showers, high winds, ... READ MORE

Category: Disaster Preparation, Home Management, Natural Resources, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Tags: Entertainment, Family, Hurricane, Kits, Safety, Winds

Disaster Preparedness: Planning for medically dependent sheltering

by Maria Portelos-Rometo

September 23, 2022

Regardless of a physical or mental condition, we all need to plan for a disaster. It's especially important for those medical needs, and Sarasota County has designated certain evacuation centers for those individuals with qualifying needs. But, ... READ MORE

Category: Disaster Preparation, Work & Life
Tags: Disaster, Disaster Prep, Medical Needs, Pgm_FCS, Preparedness, Shelter

Disaster Preparedness: Plan for those with special needs

by Maria Portelos-Rometo

September 23, 2022

In the last post, "Disaster Preparedness: Planning for medically dependent sheltering," we talked about how to register for a medically dependent evacuation center. In this post, we'll look at how to prepare if someone you know has a special ... READ MORE

Category: Disaster Preparation, Work & Life
Tags: Disaster, Disaster Prep, Medical, Pgm_FCS, Preparedness, Shelter, Special Needs

Food Safety During Hurricane Season

by Hillary Ayers

September 23, 2022

With hurricane season well under way, it’s important to remember to plan ahead. When it comes to food, you want to be sure that it is stored safely in the event of a power outage. Here are some tips to help ensure that your food is properly ... READ MORE

Category: , Disaster Preparation, Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Tags: Disaster Preparation, Food And Nutrition, Food Safety, Hurricane Preparedness, Storms

Storm Updates for UF/IFAS Extension Polk County

by Shannon Carnevale

September 23, 2022

As Tropical Storm Ian approaches our area, see the following storm updates from our office. You'll find extension program and event updates, storm prep resources, and local resources here. Stay tuned to your local news channels, Polk County ... READ MORE

Category: Disaster Preparation
Tags: Featured, Hurricane Preparedness, Polk County FL, Tropical Storm Ian

Mayoría de árboles sobreviven vientos de huracanes de categoría 1, pero los expertos instan a la precaución

by Luz Bahder

September 14, 2022

To access the English version, please use this link A medida que se acerca la parte media de la temporada de huracanes en el Atlántico, un estudio de University of Florida muestra que la mayoría de los árboles soportan vientos típicos ... READ MORE

Category: Disaster Preparation, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Forests, Home Landscapes, Lawn, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Research
Tags: Arboles, Evaluaciones De Riesgo, FEMA, Horticultura, Huracán Irma, Huracan Mattew, Huracanes, Tormenta Tropical, UF-IFAS, Viento

Florida Land Steward Update, September 9. 2022

by Chris Demers

September 9, 2022

SIGN UP FOR USDA NRCS ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY INCENTIVES PROGRAM (EQIP) BY SEPTEMBER 30 Agricultural producers and landowners in Florida are encouraged to apply to participate in the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) by September ... READ MORE

Category: Conservation, Disaster Preparation, Forests, Invasive Species, Natural Resources, Recreation, Water, Wildlife

Hurricane Prep for Farms

by Allie Williams

September 8, 2022

Is your farm or ranch prepared for hurricane season? It is important to consider hurricane prep for farms before the storm. As the 2022 hurricane season starts at a leisurely pace, there’s talk of what the rest of the season holds. (more…) READ MORE

Category: Agriculture, Crops, Disaster Preparation, Farm Management, Livestock
Tags: Agriculture, Farm, Hurricane Preparation, Hurricane Season, Livestock

Florida Land Steward Update, September 2, 2022

by Chris Demers

September 2, 2022

NEW PASTURELAND REFORESTATION PILOT PROJECT SEEKING LANDOWNERS IN FLORIDA PANHANDLE TO PARTICIPATE Arbor Day Carbon (ADC) and American Forest Foundation (AFF) are working together to convert marginalized pasture and agricultural lands into ... READ MORE

Category: Conservation, Disaster Preparation, Forests, Invasive Species, Natural Resources, Recreation, Water, Wildlife
Tags: Family Forest, Forest, Forest Carbon, Forest Health, Forest Management, Forestry, Hurricane Preparation, Hurricane Season, Timber

Wakulla 4-H Teens Will Represent Florida at the National Food Challenge

by Dr. Rachel Pienta

September 1, 2022

Three Wakulla 4-H youth members are blazing a trail for other Florida 4-H youth all the way to Dallas, Texas this October. Cayle Rogers, Brooklynn Green, and Noah Pearson will represent the state 4-H program as the first Florida team to compete ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Curriculum, Disaster Preparation, Events, Food Safety, Work & Life
Tags: CERT, Cooking, Disaster Preparedness, Food Challenge, Food Safety, Teen Leadership

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