![Hurricans Irma, Jose and Katia line up across the Gulf of Mexico and Atlantic Ocean in 2017. [CREDIT: NOAA]](https://blogs.ifas.ufl.edu/sarasotaco/files/2022/06/2020_FCS_factsheetHurricanesIrmaJoseKatia20170908_noaaCROP1650x470TINY.png)
Regardless of a physical or mental condition, we all need to plan for a disaster. It's especially important for those medical needs, and Sarasota County has designated certain evacuation centers for those individuals with qualifying needs. But, ... READ MORE
Category: Disaster Preparation, Work & Life
In the last post, "Disaster Preparedness: Planning for medically dependent sheltering," we talked about how to register for a medically dependent evacuation center. In this post, we'll look at how to prepare if someone you know has a special ... READ MORE
Category: Disaster Preparation, Work & Life![A man clasps his hands over his stomach, in apparent pain. [CREDIT: pxhere.com]](https://blogs.ifas.ufl.edu/sarasotaco/files/2021/11/2018_FCS_blogFoodSafety01_pxhere1338x357TINY.jpg)
With our growing-friendly climate and the availability of fast transportation options from far-removed points, we have the opportunity to enjoy fresh fruits and vegetables are available year-round. If we want to truly enjoy these delicious ... READ MORE
Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition![a 'hello kitty' lunch bag, as seen on a passerby. [credit: pixabay.com, hesiyi]](https://blogs.ifas.ufl.edu/sarasotaco/files/2022/09/2022_FCS_blogLunchBoxHelloKitty_pixabayHesiyi_CROP1338x357TINY.png)
Have you ever thought about how long a lunchbox stands at room temperature before it is enjoyed? And what that means for your food safety? You should. Because, whether you are packing a lunchbox or packing up for a picnic, unwanted bacteria ... READ MORE
Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition![A tomato being hand-washed in a kitchen sink. [credit: uf/ifas, tyler jones]](https://blogs.ifas.ufl.edu/sarasotaco/files/2019/06/2017_FCS_foodSafety_ifasCROP1338x357.jpg)
September has been designated as National Food Safety Education Month by the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). And, even though the United States has one of the safest food supplies in the world, according to the U.S. ... READ MORE
Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition
Young adults are invited to enter the Sustainable Communities Workshop Video Contest for their chance to win $100, and more! The winners will be announced during the 17th Annual Sustainable Communities Workshop, on Nov. 01. Task Create a ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Natural Resources, Work & Life
Youth ages 8-17 are invited to enter the Sustainable Communities Workshop Youth Video Contest for a chance to win $100 or other prizes! The winners will be announced during the 17th Annual Sustainable Communities Workshop on Nov. 01. Task ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Natural Resources, Work & Life
UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County recognizes and thanks Suzanne Teicher for her incredible work over the past several months. Suzanne is a graduate of the Sarasota County Master Gardener Volunteer program in 2020 and has provided excellent ... READ MORE
Category: Community Volunteers
Are you working on Climate Change related issues? Do you know the latest tools to assess how resilient your community is? Would like to learn how communities around the Gulf of Mexico are doing about climate change?Please join us at this year’s ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Disaster Preparation, Natural Resources, WaterHave you ever had a foodborne illness? Would you know if you had? Foodborne illness symptoms can mimic the flu, with upset stomach, fever and diarrhea as common issues. So, it's important to note that we are all vulnerable and anyone can ... READ MORE
Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, Work & Life