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Surveillance video shows man prying elevator door open during flooding at Miami Beach condominium

MIAMI BEACH, FLA. (WSVN) - New surveillance video showed the moment rainwater started flooding an elevator at Vendome Place and the heroic actions of one man inside. Rick Sardana was heading down the rear elevator to move his sports car from the on-site …

FEMA under siege is bad for Florida | Editorial

WASHINGTON — President Trump signed an executive order Monday to abolish the Department of Defense. “I say you don’t need the DOD,” Trump said. “You need a good state government.” No such April Fool’s prank made the news. But except for that one acronym — …

Associate professor at the University of Florida researches the correlation between infectious pathogens natural ...

GAINESVILLE, Fla. (WCJB) - In this week’s Tech Tuesday, our partners at UF Innovate and SCAD Media introduce Dr. Antar Jutl, an associate professor in the Engineering School of Sustainable Infrastructure & Environment at the University of Florida. His …

Construction on Del Prado raises concerns over noise and flooding for residents

CAPE CORAL, Fla. — Over the course of just a mile and a half, the Del Prado corridor by the Yellow Fever Creek Preserve is getting some major updates and add-ons. A new park, a new stoplight, and a proposed new water system are all possible off this …

Full Episode: Washington watches Florida's special election, and Rep. Luna wins her fight with GOP leadership

Voters are making their voices heard on several special elections Tuesday, some with national implications, and Rep. Anna Paulina Luna wins a fight with Republican leadership on proxy voting push.  Polls begin to close in Special election races Florida …

US faces colossal storm threatening historic flash flooding, tornadoes

Millions of people across the central U.S. on Tuesday braced for dangerous bout of severe weather this week following a deadly cross-country storm that's left hundreds of thousands of homes and business without power in the Midwest. A major spring …

The Party is Cancelled as Heavy Rain Floods Carnival Ship’s Deck

Did you know that Florida’s nickname is the Sunshine State? It may seem a bit ironic considering it ranks fifth among the rainiest states in the US, averaging about 54-55 inches annually. Florida is also a global hub for cruise lines, and its seven major …

Florida’s housing affordability crisis is reaching a breaking point

Housing costs outpace wage growth The numbers paint a dire picture of eroding affordability. Florida’s median home price reached $393,500 in October 2024, while Miami’s median price sat at $629,575. In August, the median monthly rent in Miami was $2,944 — …

Edgewater residents fear rising flooding risks

Edgewater residents are on edge after heavy rain caused flooding in the Florida Shores subdivision, with many blaming new development for worsening conditions. EDGEWATER, Fla. - Heavy rain on Sunday afternoon and evening caused localized ponding and …

Weekend deluge sparks calls for urgent flood solutions for parts of South Florida

Torrential weekend rain left parts of Miami-Dade County under water Sunday, washing out roads, damaging buildings and stranding residents in their homes from North Miami to South Beach. Locals said the flooding has worsened in recent years, making it …

Some South Florida neighborhoods fed up with flooding

How climate change is impacting golf in Florida

For Florida, the state with the most golf courses in the United States, rising summer temperatures are forcing changes to the way the game is played. Andy, a 43-year-old resident of Jacksonville who asked that his last name be withheld, follows a mental …

Homeowners can apply now through April 11 for flood mitigation funds through Elevate Florida

Florida Panhandle: Numerous severe storms, possibly with strong tornadoes

Be ready, it will be a stormy Monday afternoon for the Panhandle through North Florida. The strongest severe thunderstorms will be moving west to east across the Panhandle this afternoon into this evening. There’s a chance for severe thunderstorms to …

Kentuckians Salvage Family Treasures After the Flood

In the wake of the severe storms and floods in February, many Kentuckians were left with the challenge of salvaging their cherished family treasures—photographs, documents, artwork, and other keepsakes—damaged by floodwaters. In response, FEMA is joining …

Republican AGs urge Trump to crack down on obscure 'loophole' cartels use to flood US with fentanyl

Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., told ABC "This Week" in an interview that aired Sunday that "nobody thinks that illegal immigration is appropriate." (ABC) FIRST ON FOX — Kentucky Republican Attorney General Russell Coleman is hopeful that …

See rainfall totals after storms drenched South Florida; wet weather still in forecast

Sunday was quite a day as multiple flash flood warnings were issued across South Florida. A disturbance interacting with high humidity brought widespread rainfall amounts of 3 inches or more across the region, drenching residents and roads after weeks of …

Mounting Habitat Pressures Prompt New Conservation Program for Ailing Florida Bird

Florida’s Cape Sable seaside sparrow is a rare and secretive bird that dwells within the marl prairie of the remote Everglades, a watershed that is among the most altered on Earth. To the north and east lies some of the most complex water management …

March ending with 'intense storms.' See Florida forecast

Storms could bring isolated tornadoes, hail and flooding rain. Wind gusts could reach 60 to 70 mph. A couple of tornadoes are possible, along with isolated hail the size of ping pong balls in the Panhandle. Tornadoes also possible from Tallahassee to …

Caretaker Medical Receives Inaugural Healthcare Tech Innovation Award and $200,000 Grant from Medical Society of D.C.

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Caretaker Medical is honored to announce it has been awarded the Healthcare Technology Innovation Award, along with a $200,000 grant, from the Medical Society of the District of …

Vac2Go Expands Westward with Tenth Location in Phoenix, Arizona

PHOENIX, AZ, UNITED STATES, April 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Vac2Go, a leading provider of industrial vacuum truck rentals, proudly announces the opening of its tenth location in Phoenix, Arizona. This expansion marks a major milestone as the …

South Carolina Sheriff’s Department’s achieves state licensing in Advanced Life Support

Special medical training puts Richland County (S.C.) deputies in a class of their own COLUMBIA, SC, UNITED STATES, April 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Following months of intensive training in emergency medical care and now Advanced Life Support …

Resources to help Georgia Disaster Survivors Deal with Stress and Worry

Thursday, March 27 marked six months since Hurricane Helene struck Georgia, bringing destruction and disrupting the lives of millions of people across the state. Disaster anniversaries can bring up painful memories and cause feelings of anxiety, fear, …

Disaster Recovery Center in Wayne County, W.Va. Opening Wednesday, April 2, 2025

CHARLESTON, W.Va. – A Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) will open in Wayne County at Tolsia High School at 8 a.m., April 2, 2025. FEMA encourages residents of the impacted counties to register for assistance, including homeowners and renters.   The center is …

Owsley County Disaster Recovery Center Moves to Library

FRANKFORT, Ky. –The Disaster Recovery Center in Owsley County, which closed its location at the Owsley County Recreation Center March 28 at 7 p.m., has moved to the Owsley County Public Library and opened April 1 at 7 a.m.     The new Disaster Recovery …

L’ADAO annonce la 21ᵉ édition de la « Semaine mondiale de sensibilisation à l’amiante » du 1ᵉʳ au 7 Avril 2025

Un engagement mondial pour sensibiliser, limiter l’exposition à l’amiante et protéger la santé publique des maladies qui y sont liées WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, March 31, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- L’Asbestos Disease Awareness Organization ( …

ADAO anuncia la 21.ª edición anual de la 'Semana mundial de concientización sobre el asbesto', del 1 al 7 de Abril

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, March 31, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ADAO lidera los esfuerzos globales para crear conciencia, prevenir la exposición y proteger la salud pública de las enfermedades relacionadas con el asbesto la Organización de …

ADAO Announces 21st Annual “Global Asbestos Awareness Week,” April 1–7, 2025

Leads Global Efforts to Raise Awareness, Prevent Exposure, and Protect Public Health from Asbestos-Related Diseases WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, March 31, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Asbestos Disease Awareness Organization (ADAO), the …

MAG Aerospace and Parallel Flight Technologies Partner to Expand UAS Capabilities for Expeditionary Logistics

MAG Aerospace is Strategically Teaming with Parallel Flight Technologies to Explore Expansion of its Expeditionary Logistics Service Offerings LA SELVA BEACH, CA, UNITED STATES, March 31, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Parallel Flight Technologies, …

Abside Networks Demonstrates Private 5G n79 Connectivity During NASA ACERO Wildland Fire Airspace Management Demo

CONCORD, MA, UNITED STATES, March 31, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Abside Networks, a leader in advanced wireless communication solutions successfully demonstrated the capabilities of its private 5G network technology during NASA’s recent Advanced …

Falcon Roofing and Restoration Opens New Location in Katy, Texas, Expanding Statewide Reach

Falcon Roofing and Restoration opens its 4th Texas location in Katy, expanding local roofing and storm restoration services across the Lone Star State. KATY, TX, UNITED STATES, March 31, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Falcon Roofing and Restoration, …

Last Day to Apply for FEMA Individual Assistance and SBA Disaster Loans

LOS ANGELES – Today is the last day to apply for FEMA disaster assistance and U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) low-interest disaster loans for homeowners, renters, nonprofits and businesses impacted by the January wildfires in Los Angeles County.  …

3 Tips to Make Your Home Resilient Against Wildfires

Wildfires may threaten your home and wildland areas across many parts of the United States. These dangerous fires spread quickly and can devastate not only wildlife and natural areas but also communities.  From Jan. 1 – March 27, there’s been 29 Fire …

Kentuckians Salvage Family Treasures After the Flood

In the wake of the severe storms and floods in February, many Kentuckians were left with the challenge of salvaging their cherished family treasures—photographs, documents, artwork, and other keepsakes—damaged by floodwaters. In response, FEMA is joining …

FEMA Mitigation Experts Offer Rebuilding Advice in Lee County

FEMA Mitigation Experts Offer Rebuilding Advice in Lee County TALLAHASSEE, Fla.– As Floridians rebuild, survivors of Hurricanes Milton, Helene and Debby can get free advice on how to rebuild stronger and safer against storms. FEMA mitigation specialists …

One Week Remains to Apply for FEMA Assistance in North Carolina

HICKORY, N.C. - North Carolinians with uninsured damage or loss from Tropical Storm Helene have one week remaining to apply for FEMA financial assistance. The application deadline is April 7, 2025.  FEMA may be able to help with temporary lodging, basic …

True North Advisory, LLC's Wealth Strategy Playbook to Help First Responders & Veterans Secure Their Financial Future

True North Advisory, LLC Hosts Wealth Strategy Playbook Live Training to Empower First Responders and Veterans with Essential Financial Planning Knowledge BOWIE, MD, UNITED STATES, March 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- True North Advisory, LLC is proud …

Disaster Recovery Center Opening in Woodford County

FRANKFORT, Ky. –A Disaster Recovery Center is opening March 29 in Woodford County to offer in-person support to Kentucky survivors who experienced loss as the result of Feb. 14 – March 7 severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and …

Deadline to Submit Right of Entry Forms Extended to April 15

Owner occupied condos and multi-family units now eligible for government funded debris removal program. The deadline to submit a Right of Entry (ROE) form to be eligible for debris removal by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) has been extended to …