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So you hate Sarasota's Flock cameras? OK. But this is dumb. | Opinion

So you hate Sarasota's Flock cameras? OK. But this is dumb. | Opinion

Lots of people are upset about Flock traffic cameras in Sarasota. I get it. But here's one thing we shouldn't be doing to show our unhappiness.
Palm Beach Post Palm Beach Post
Vaccine rollback threatens Florida's public schools | Opinion

Vaccine rollback threatens Florida's public schools | Opinion

Florida's childhood vaccination rates for kindergartners is at 88%, well below the 95% threshold of herd immunity.
Sarasota Herald-Tribune Sarasota Herald-Tribune
A warmer Gulf of Mexico is a big deal for Florida | Opinion

A warmer Gulf of Mexico is a big deal for Florida | Opinion

​​​The warming Gulf of Mexico is changing one of the world's most remarkable ocean currents. Here's why it matters to Florida.
Florida Times-Union Florida Times-Union
Drainage ponds can be deadly for kids with autism. What can be done?

Drainage ponds can be deadly for kids with autism. What can be done?

State Rep. Kim Daniels joined Jacksonville City Council members saying safety regulations at drainage ponds not enough to stop children from drowning.
Sarasota Herald-Tribune Sarasota Herald-Tribune
Will clouds affect Tampa view of tonight's lunar eclipse?

Will clouds affect Tampa view of tonight's lunar eclipse?

Nearly 94% of the moon will slip into Earth's shadow tonight. Cloud cover may determine how much Tampa sees.
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Panama City Beach Aquatic Center Introduces Floating Sound Baths for Relaxation

Panama City Beach Aquatic Center Introduces Floating Sound Baths for Relaxation

Panama City Beach Aquatic Center Introduces Floating Sound Baths for Relaxation
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Florida Faces Heat, Rip Currents, and Tropical Wave Development Risks

Florida Faces Heat, Rip Currents, and Tropical Wave Development Risks

The Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) has issued a weather outlook for Sunday, August 9, 2026, highlighting several meteorological concerns. Thunderstorm activity across the state may bring frequent lightning and gusty winds ranging from 30 to 55 mph. Heat index values are expected to peak in the middle 100s, indicating extreme heat conditions. Additionally, a high risk for rip currents is forecasted for all East Coast beaches, while the Panhandle faces a moderate risk. Tropical activity is also being monitored, with a tropical wave over the Central Atlantic showing a low chance of development within the next seven days. Another tropical wave, set to exit Africa early next week, has a medium chance of development at 40% within the same timeframe.
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Understanding Lightning Strikes and Staying Safe

Understanding Lightning Strikes and Staying Safe

Lightning strikes are a significant weather hazard in the United States, with approximately 25 million cloud-to-ground strikes occurring annually. Lightning is generated when strong updrafts in storms carry water droplets high into the atmosphere, where they freeze and interact with downdrafts, creating a negatively charged storm base. This charge seeks out the positively charged ground, resulting in a lightning strike. Florida leads the nation in lightning-related fatalities, with 51 deaths over the past decade, followed by North Carolina with 11 and Virginia with three. Lightning is extremely dangerous, reaching temperatures of 50,000°F (27,760°C), which is five times hotter than the surface of the sun. Source time: Wed, 26 Aug 2026 07:00:00 GMT.
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Understanding Tornado Damage Coverage in Florida

Understanding Tornado Damage Coverage in Florida

Florida homeowners with standard HO-3 policies are generally covered for tornado damage under the wind peril clause, which includes roof damage, structural issues, broken windows, and water intrusion caused by compromised walls or roofs. However, disputes with insurers over coverage and deductibles are common. Florida law specifies that tornadoes occurring outside hurricane watch or warning periods are subject to standard deductibles, which are typically lower than hurricane deductibles. This distinction can significantly impact out-of-pocket costs for homeowners. Property damage attorney Diane Zimmerman emphasizes the importance of forensic weather data, engineering analysis, and contractor documentation to support claims effectively. Source time: not specified.
Palm Beach Post Palm Beach Post
Cownose ray population may be slipping and that's bad for Florida

Cownose ray population may be slipping and that's bad for Florida

A marine species that produces just one pup a year is at the center of a growing battle over Florida fishing rules.
USA Today USA Today
Trump calls it 'a mistake' for communities to reject data centers

Trump calls it 'a mistake' for communities to reject data centers

President Donald Trump has long defended data centers. In an interview with Michael Cohen, Trump called it "a mistake" for communities to reject them.
Palm Beach Post Palm Beach Post
Haitian TPS loss threatens Palm Beach County's elder care workforce

Haitian TPS loss threatens Palm Beach County's elder care workforce

Thousands of people from Haiti fill crucial jobs in the health care system. Their loss of Temporary Protected Status has led to staffing shortages.