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Florida lacks language laws for disaster communications, leaving counties, residents on their own
Some Spanish and Mayan language speakers may struggle or hesitate to use county resources. When they do, subtle ...
Tropical storm approaches Florida: Evacuation tips, what to bring if you have pets, children
Florida is bracing for Tropical Storm Helene, which could make landfall as a Category 3 hurricane this week. Here's what to ...
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Leon is among 41 Florida counties under a state of emergency
Gov. Ron DeSantis has declared a state of emergency for more than half of the state. A system moving toward the Gulf of ...
As Polk County preps for Helene, sandbag sites open and sports events are rescheduled
Sand bags and monitoring by school district and emergency management continues as tropical storm watch issued for much of ...
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Florida Gov. DeSantis declares state of emergency for Tampa Bay counties, as Hurricane Helene looms
It’s going to be a hurricane, at least a Cat 1, possibly a Cat 2. Will it be stronger than that? That remains to be seen." ...
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Florida lacks language guidance for disaster communications, leaving counties, residents on their own
Some Spanish and Mayan language speakers may struggle or hesitate to use county resources. When they do, subtle ...
How to find your evacuation zone ahead of potential tropical weather
The Florida Division of Emergency Management has a Know Your Zone map where you can type in your address and find your ...
Heard of Bo-Berry biscuits? A major chicken (and biscuit) chain is coming to Polk County
Polk Countians may only know it from trips up north. The restaurant, famous for its Carolina-style chicken, is opening a ...