Category: Disaster Preparation

Árboles caídos revelan termitas ocultas, expertos de UF/IFAS brindan recursos para identificar y prevenir daños futuros

by Luz Bahder
October 16, 2024

Creado por Lourdes Mederos, gerente de relaciones públicas en español para el Departamento de Comunicaciones de UF/IFAS. Mientras los floridanos inician sus esfuerzos de recuperación tras la destrucción causada por los huracanes Debby, ... READ MORE

Category: Disaster Preparation, Home Landscapes, Lawn, Pests & Disease, SFYL Hot Topic, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Research, Work & Life
Tags: Arboles, Comejen, Control De Plagas, Creciente Presión De Termitas, Danos, Danos Ocultos, Entomología Urbana, Español, Especies Invasoras, FLREC, Huracanes, Infestaciones, Inundaciones, Mapa Interactivo De Distribución De Termitas, Plagas, Prevencion, Propagacion, Spanish, Termita Subterránea Asiática, Termita Subterránea De Formosa, Termitas, Thomas Chouvenc, Tormentas, UF-IFAS

After The Storm: Avoiding Fraud

by Maria Portelos-Rometo
October 14, 2024

We've discussed general safety information after a storm, how to make sure you have a safe food supply, and re-entering your home (or business) after a storm. But, staying safe after a storm isn't just about personal health. It also means ensuring ... READ MORE

Category: Disaster Preparation, Home Management, Work & Life
Tags: Contractor, Disaster, Finance, Fraud, Hurricane, Pgm_FCS, Property, Safety, Storm

After the Storm: Re-Entering Your Home

by Maria Portelos-Rometo
October 14, 2024

Our last blog covered the basics of post-storm safety, including making sure your food supply is safe. Now, let's look at re-entering your neighborhood and home. Many times, waiting for recovery after a storm or hurricane event can be ... READ MORE

Category: Disaster Preparation, Work & Life
Tags: Disaster, Entry, Home, Hurricane, Pgm_FCS, Reenter, Safety, Storm

After the Storm: Safety

by Maria Portelos-Rometo
October 14, 2024

When a storm approaches, keeping you and your family safe is the highest priority. Yet, many accidents happen after a storm has passed. Remember to always use caution, and follow county directives. In this three-part blog series, we will ... READ MORE

Category: Disaster Preparation, Food Safety, Work & Life
Tags: Disaster, Hurricane, Pgm_FCS, Safety, Storm

Florida Land Steward Update, October 11, 2024

by Chris Demers
October 11, 2024

HURRICANE RECOVERY This is shaping up to be an active hurricane season, especially for counties in the Florida peninsula. This week Hurricane Milton made landfall near Siesta Key causing significant impacts in the central, southwest and south-central ... READ MORE

Category: Conservation, Disaster Preparation, Forests, Invasive Species, Natural Resources, Recreation, SFYL Hot Topic, Water, Wildlife
Tags: Award, Conservation Easements, Family Forest, Florida Land Steward Program, Forest Health, Forest Management, Hurricane Recovery, Natural Resources, Online Course, School Of Forest Fisheries And Geomatics Sciences, Timber, Tree Farm

Media Alert: Florida agricultural sector asked to share impacts of Hurricane Milton

by Megan Winslow
October 11, 2024

What: University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) Economic Impact Analysis Program (EIAP) survey for losses and damages associated with Hurricane Milton. Where: Agricultural producers can complete the survey ... READ MORE

Category: Agriculture, Disaster Preparation, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Agricultural Assessment, Agriculture, Christa Court, Damage, Economic Impact Analysis Program, EIAP, Hurricane, Hurricane Debby, Hurricane Helene, Hurricane Milton, IFAS, Institute Of Food And Agricultural Sciences, Megan Winslow, Survey, UF, UF-IFAS, University Of Florida

Hurricane Milton Recovery Resources

by Andra Johnson
October 11, 2024

I hope that you and your loved ones are safe from harm. Late Wednesday evening, Hurricane Milton made landfall along Florida's central west coast as a Category 3 hurricane. The combination of tornadoes, storm surge, high winds, heavy rain and ... READ MORE

Category: Disaster Preparation
Tags: Disaster Recovery, Featured, Hurricane, Hurricane Milton, Special Topics

Helping Hands After the Storm: How Floridians Can Lift Each Other Up

by Noelle Guay
October 9, 2024

As Floridians, hurricanes are part of our story. We’ve faced them together, like Hurricane Helene not long ago, and now we’re preparing for whatever Hurricane Milton may bring. But one thing we know for sure: after the storm passes, that’s ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Disaster Preparation, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life

Tips for restoring your yard after Hurricane Milton in Lake County

by Maria Quirico
October 8, 2024

Lake County frequently feels the impact of storms, making it crucial for residents to prepare for hurricanes. Following Hurricane Milton, effectively restoring your yard is vital for maintaining a healthy landscape that can withstand future ... READ MORE

Category: Disaster Preparation, Florida-Friendly Landscaping

Hurricane Prep – Before and After the Storm

by Jenny Rodriguez
October 8, 2024

Preparing and expecting the consequences of a significant hurricane in your region can be worrisome. We often start to doubt our housing, job, and other essential parts of life that might come up, especially if we find ourselves having to evacuate ... READ MORE

Category: , Disaster Preparation, Home Management, Relationships & Family

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