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Florida continues to lead the nation in shark attacks, with at least half of the unprovoked bites occurring in Volusia County.
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The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Jacksonville District has stepped in to help residents from Daytona Beach with a Flood Risk Management Feasibility Study. The study is dependent on resident input and ideas to help combat flooding in what’s known as the Midtown area.
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At least six people were injured in shark attacks in the U.S. since the July Fourth weekend. Such attacks are actually rare, but experts say to stay calm and move away slowly if a shark approaches.
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Hydrilla and other invasive aquatic plants can create problems for lake ecosystems — but so can the chemicals used to treat them, say some Central Floridians.
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An ancient tree from India is now thriving in groves where citrus trees once flourished in Florida, and could help provide the nation with renewable energy.
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For now, OUC is tabling a discussion on PeakSHIFT, the utility’s proposed solar pricing changes, which was originally slated for the utility’s Tuesday meeting.
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Congressman Darren Soto is presenting the City of Orlando with a federal funding award of nearly $960,000 to reduce flood risk in East Orlando.
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Last year an appeals court struck down Florida’s plans to restore polluted springs, siding with the advocacy group that said those plans were ineffective. Now, as the state works on revisions, advocates fear the pending changes will still fail Florida springs.
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Gov. Ron DeSantis announced more investments into Florida’s artificial reefs and an extra day added to the spiny lobster mini season this year – exclusively for Florida residents.
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Federal environmental officials had recommended criteria in 2019 for two of the most common cyanotoxins, but advocates and the mayor Stuart say Florida never implemented them, nor explained their decision not to do so.
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Paola Barranco thinks such a new source of soft, precious stuff could be an attractive, environmentally friendly option in a state with a shortage of quality beach sand.
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You know the phrase "You are what you eat", but it's equally important to watch what information you consume as well. Now that storm season is here, make sure you consume only trusted and reliable sources to get your weather information to help keep you and your family safe.