Category: Disaster Preparation
Under the Citrus Tree: Special Hurricane Dorian Edition
September 2, 2019
Special Hurricane Dorian Edition Greetings from the Extension Office! As Hurricane Dorian is stalled over the Bahamas, I wanted to send you some things that may help you before and after the storm. Please save this email for easy reference ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Crops, Disaster Preparation, Work & LifeTags: Hurricane Dorian, Special Topics
Guidelines Before the Storm: Hurricane Prep
August 29, 2019
It is important to be prepared to help ensure your family’s safety while reducing levels of distress. Being prepared—and calm—is crucial in times of emergencies. Below are some guidelines to help you make sure you are on track to preparing ... READ MORE
Category: Disaster Preparation, Work & LifeTags: Hurricane, Prep, Prepare
Storm Prep 2019: Gathering your supplies
August 28, 2019
We are now in the active hurricane season, with Tropical Storm Dorian heading towards Puerto Rico, and possibly powering up to threaten the Southeastern United States as a major hurricane. Whether you stockpiled early – which is the best approach ... READ MORE
Category: Disaster Preparation, Work & LifeTags: Hurricane, Pgm_FCS, Preparation, Readiness, Storm, Supplies
Hurricanes and the Resilient Landscape
August 7, 2019
A Landscape Built for Hurricanes Starts with Design and Maintenance The billowing winds are afoot. We officially entered hurricane season June 1, but the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) National Hurricane Center states ... READ MORE
Category: Disaster Preparation, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS ExtensionTags: Design, Florida-Friendly Landscapes, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Hurricane Prepardness, Hurricanes, Hurricanes And Landscape, Landscape Prepardness, Resilience
UF Researchers Link Increasing Seasonal Drought to Longer Fire Seasons
July 12, 2019
By Kim Scotto-Kelley GAINESVILLE, Fla. --- A new study from University of Florida researchers examines the relationship between wet and dry season length and the potential for lightning-ignited fires. The study, led by faculty from the UF ... READ MORE
Category: Disaster Preparation, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS ResearchTags: Drought, Fire, Jennifer Fill, Lightning, Prescribed Fires, Raelene Crandall, Rain, School Of Forest Resources And Conservation
UF Researchers Link Increasing Seasonal Drought to Longer Fire Seasons
July 12, 2019
By Kim Scotto-Kelley GAINESVILLE, Fla. --- A new study from University of Florida researchers examines the relationship between wet and dry season length and the potential for lightning-ignited fires. The study, led by faculty from the UF Institute ... READ MORE
Category: Disaster Preparation, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS ResearchTags: Drought, Fire, Jennifer Fill, Lightning, Prescribed Fires, Raelene Crandall, Rain, School Of Forest Resources And Conservation