Get Prepared! Indian River County is hosting its 4th Annual All Hazards Disaster Preparedness Expo. On Saturday, May 2, 2026, from 10:00 AM till 2:00 PM, this FREE event will be held in an air-conditioned, INDOOR space at the Jackie ... READ MORE
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HIGHLANDS COUNTY, Fla. --- As weather experts reported of Hurricane Dorian’s forecasting challenges, emergency operation centers (EOC) in the path of the storm started assembling earlier than usual. While you may think all the action taking ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Crops, Farm Management, Fruits & Vegetables, UF/IFAS Extension
Website tracking collects your online behavior using cookies, pixels, and device fingerprinting. After disasters, scammers can use this data to send targeted phishing messages, fake FEMA alerts, and fraudulent contractor offers. Protecting your ... READ MORE
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Its that time of year again. Hurricane Season, and with it comes lots of wind and rain. Sometimes too much wind and rain. It is important to be prepared for whatever mother nature throws your way. Especially when you have citrus groves. Hurricane ... READ MORE
Category: Agribusiness, Agriculture, Crops, Disaster Preparation, Farm Management, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, Work & Life
When disaster strikes, how quickly you recover often depends on one key factor: your financial preparedness. Natural disasters — like hurricanes, floods, wildfires, and heatwaves — are becoming more common and more destructive, especially ... READ MORE
Category: , Disaster Preparation, Home Management, Money Matters, SFYL Hot Topic, UF/IFAS Extension
Hurricanes can bring strong winds, heavy rain, and, unfortunately, power outages that may last for hours or even days. While we prepare for the storm by securing our homes and stocking up on supplies, it’s crucial ... READ MORE
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In the aftermath of a hurricane, some palm tree owners may worry about the survival of their beloved palms. With more than 2,600 species, the iconic palm seen across Florida landscapes is heartier than one may think, even when those lush ... READ MORE
Category: Agribusiness, Conservation, Disaster Preparation, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Forests, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, Lawn, SFYL Hot Topic, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS ResearchAfter a hurricane, flooding and scattered debris that hold water are breeding grounds for mosquitoes. “An increase in mosquito numbers can most likely be expected in the weeks following a hurricane,” said Eva Buckner, an assistant ... READ MORE
Category: Disaster Preparation, Health & Nutrition, Home Landscapes, Home Management, Pests & Disease, Pests & Disease, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Research
On July 19, 2023 the Southwest Small Farmer Network held the summer meeting at FruitScapes, LLC on Pine Island in Lee County, FL. The focus of the meeting was to highlight the resiliency of producers on Pine Island which was devastated by Hurricane ... READ MORE
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Getting ready to leave Florida and head back north? Well, before you lock the door to head out, it's a good idea to pay attention to some important details. First, know that you are leaving your home behind just as we begin the hurricane ... READ MORE
Category: Disaster Preparation, Home Management, Work & Life