Live Hurricane Updates
After a hurricane, is your well water safe to use? If your private well or septic system is damaged during the storm, your well water may be contaminated with harmful bacteria. To avoid getting sick, make sure you boil or disinfect your water ... READ MORE
Category: Disaster Preparation, Health & Nutrition
In Martin County, Hurricane Dorian brought a potential for Category 5 storm force winds, rain, and storm surge. Nursery, vegetable, aquaculture and other growers facing storms like Dorian must prepare for the worst. Preparation and recovery ... READ MORE
Category: Agribusiness, Agriculture, Coasts & Marine, Crops, Disaster Preparation, Horticulture
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 & LifeDear IFAS and Extension Family, The National Hurricane Center has reported that Hurricane Dorian is projected to impact Florida as a major hurricane. As we monitor the progression of Hurricane Dorian, I ask all of us to remain vigilant ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Agriculture, Events, Home Landscapes, Natural Resources, Work & Life
Hurricane season is June 1 through November 30. As we have learned in recent years, powerful hurricanes can make their way inland and do considerable damage to forest and agricultural lands and enterprises. It’s never too early to start planning ... READ MORE
Category: Forests