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Republican donors, Florida’s hurricane know-how helped build ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ quickly
The first detainees arrived July 3 at the facility, which will cost $450 million to operate and consists of tents and ...
Tropical Storm Chantal path shows state most at risk for direct impact
The National Hurricane Center (NHC) believes there is a high chance Tropical Storm Chantal will form in the next few days, ...
Scattered storms across South Florida, more widespread rain expected this week
Scattered showers and storms will be around throughout the day. The chance of rain is highest from late afternoon into the ...
Why Florida should be worried as 2025 Hurricane season has an unusual start
Atlantic hurricane season is off to a rapid and intense start, with three named storms already formed. Record-breaking sea ...
A tropical storm is brewing just in time to ruin July 4th weekend
Repeated rounds of stormy weather loitering off the Southeast coast could do more than just dampen fireworks celebrations in ...
Florida’s year-round sales tax exemption on essential hurricane supplies now in effect
Hurricane preparedness items like batteries, portable generators and tarps are permanently exempt from state sales tax.
Invest 92-L strengthens near Florida's coast; tropical downpours expected for 4th of July
Invest 92-L strengthens near Florida's coast; tropical downpours expected for 4th of July ...
Is Atlantic hurricane season behind schedule? Here’s what’s really going on
The Atlantic hurricane season’s first storms of the year have been short-lived rainmakers. Current conditions suggest July ...