Few things move a local homeowner into action faster than a big storm moving into the Gulf of Mexico. After filling up at gas stations and running out to home improvement stores, many start trimming limbs and removing trees. The destructive ... READ MORE
Category: HorticultureWith storms in the news and hurricane season nearly upon us, I'm diverging a bit from my normal topics to address a different kind of "what is it?" I grew up in east central Mississippi, at the heart of a smaller, less well-known tornado hotspot ... READ MORE
Category: Disaster Preparation, Work & LifeHurricane Preparedness & Recovery – UF/IFAS Extension Solutions for Your Life As Isaac continues to move westward, now is the time to make sure that you are prepared. Here are tips to help you and your family prepare for the storm. ... READ MORE
Category: Disaster Preparation, Work & LifeNot more rain! While much of the country endures staggering drought conditions, we in Florida have "enjoyed" one of the rainiest seasons in recent memory. According to the National Weather Service, Pensacola has now received just under 55 inches ... READ MORE
Category: Disaster Preparation, Work & LifeClick Here for Latest Information from National Hurricane CenterClick Here for NWS Weather Briefing National Weather Service Tallahassee Planning links are still great to use... Eyes to the South. #Isaac is strengthening. Good day ... READ MORE
Category: Disaster Preparation, Work & LifeBy Shelley Swenson Family and Consumer Sciences/ Expanded Food and Nutrition Program UF/IFAS Wakulla County Extension HURRICANE PREPAREDNESS TIPS Please consider doing one small thing TODAY that would better prepare you for the threat of ... READ MORE
Category: Disaster Preparation, Work & Life