Tag: heat safety

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Florida Heat Isn’t Just Hard on Your Plants—It’s Hard on You, Too


July 21, 2026

As Florida Master Gardeners, we know summer gardening isn't for the faint of heart. We carefully watch our plants for signs of heat stress, adjust our watering schedules, and look for ways to help our gardens survive another hot, humid day. But ... READ MORE

Category: Agribusiness, Agriculture, Crops, Farm Management, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Forests, Fruits & Vegetables, Health & Nutrition, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, Lawn, Natural Resources, Recreation, UF/IFAS Extension, Water, Wildlife, Work & Life
Tags: Community Wellness, Florida Gardening, Florida Heat, Florida Master Gardeners, Garden Safety, Gardening Life, Gardening Tips, Healthy Gardeners, Heat Illness Prevention, Heat Safety, Hydration, Master Gardener Volunteers, Mental Health, Mental Health First Aid, Mental Wellness, Outdoor Safety, Self Care, Stay Cool, Summer Gardening, UF/IFAS Extension, Wellness In The Garden
a young woman cools down after a workout in florida heat. [credit: uf/ifas extension sarasota county]

Beating the Heat in Sarasota


August 8, 2023

Cities often feel significantly hotter than surrounding rural areas due to the urban heat island (UHI) effect. Urban heat islands are caused by the concentration of surfaces that retain and absorb heat, such as buildings, roads, and pavement. ... READ MORE

Category: Work & Life
Tags: Climate, Cooling Centers, Energy Efficiency, Extreme Heat, Florida Heat, Heat, Heat Awareness, Heat Safety, Nature, Pgm_Sustain, Seasonal Sustainability, Sustainability

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