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FEMA opens Disaster Recovery Centers in Indian River, Martin, and St. Lucie counties to assist Hurricane Milton victims.

As Gulf Coast hurricane victims again sort through the ruins of homes and businesses, many face a perennial post-storm ...

While UF/IFAS suffered damage, center director Mark Kistler was more concerned about what the surrounding devastation would ...

That's a leap of about two categories on the Saffir-Simpson scale, which measures hurricane strength and potential damage from 1 to 5. "Rapid intensification occurs when a tropical storm or ...

The current and immediate past governor haven’t directly attacked each other, but each has given subtle jabs about how the other handles hurricanes.

Bastiat’s principle extends beyond a broken window to any form of destruction, whether natural or man-made. Destruction leads to the misallocation of resources, pulling future consumption forward and ...

Navigating the insurance process after a natural disaster damages your home can be daunting. Here are some key tips.

Florida's agricultural fields -- including the state's iconic orange groves and berry farms -- are routinely damaged by strong storms that roll through the state.

Discover if glass block windows are hurricane proof. Explore their durability, benefits, and expert insights in our detailed ...

The FDACS added in its Thursday statement that three major hurricanes that hit the state in the last 13 months — Helene, ...

Black students face greater challenges in the aftermath of natural disasters. Systemic changes needed for equitable recovery.