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Three hurricanes in two years took a toll on Florida Gulf Coast University's Vester Field Station. But, that's all behind the research and classroom facility now, it reopened Monday, February 16, and is ready to resume operations.
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via E.P. Richardson FerneriesAfter a rare Florida freeze, damaged plants may still recover. Experts share key steps` homeowners should take now — and what mistakes to avoid — to protect their landscape. -
Thunderstorms are forecast to move across Florida on Sunday with damaging wind gusts as the primary threat, but there is a slight risk of an isolated tornado. -
Florida's drought continues to worsen, increasing wildfire risk. There are over 20 active wildfires reported, in addition to over 60 fires that are still burning but contained within the state, and many counties are under a burn ban. -
via Evita Jackeline on InstagramFlorida’s February freeze damaged critical fern crops used in Valentine’s bouquets, threatening supply and raising prices. Meteorologist Leslie Hudson explains how the cold could affect flowers for months to come. -
Water levels in the Biscayne Aquifer have fallen dramatically... and there are still close to 4 months left of the dry season. -
U.S. Air ForceDespite the annual Daytona 500 event taking place during Florida’s dry season, around a third of all races have been impacted by rainfall. The 68th running is set to take place on Sunday, Feb. 15.
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The Florida Department of Health in Collier County is lifting a water quality advisory for North Gulf Shore Beach Access Clam Pass Beach North Gulfshore Boulevard in Naples.
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