Secretary of State Cord Byrd announces photo donation drive
Florida Secretary of State Cord Byrd announced today that the State Archives of Florida is seeking photographs for its newest photographic collection, “Weather, Disaster, and...
Florida Division of Emergency Management highlights hurricane preparedness
FDEM encourages all Floridians to be prepared for hurricanes...
City officials stress storm readiness
The City of Gainesville has published a new hurricane preparedness brochure, Prepare and Weather the Storm, to help neighbors make emergency plans ahead of what...
SBA loans still available for small businesses and private nonprofits affected by Helene and Milton in Alachua County
The U.S. Small Business Administration encourages small businesses and private nonprofit organizations in Florida to apply for low interest federal disaster loans to offset economic...
Florida Division of Emergency Management urges early action during 2025 Florida Hurricane Preparedness Week
With just under one month remaining until the start of hurricane season, the Florida Division of Emergency Management urges early preparation to protect lives, property,...
IFAS offers tips for preparing landscape and trees for hurricane season
Given the damaging impacts of hurricanes Debby, Helene, and Milton last year, you may want to prepare your landscape and trees for the 2025 Atlantic...
Alachua County advises residents to evaluate and prepare for flood risks
Alachua County Public Works reminds residents that hurricane season is approaching and that they should evaluate and prepare for the risks of floods in Alachua...
Don’t get scammed, be aware of fake FEMA inspectors and contractors
While disaster recovery continues throughout Florida, disaster survivors are encouraged to protect themselves from fraudulent inspectors and contractors claiming to work for FEMA....
Deadline for submitting applications for physical damage loans extended to April 27
The U.S. SBA is extending the physical damage loan deadline for disaster declarations affected by the 2024 federal funding lapse. The new deadline to apply...
Florida Division of Emergency Management urges preparedness efforts 100 days ahead of the 2025 Atlantic Hurricane Season
The Florida Division of Emergency Management urges all Floridians to be proactive in preparing for and staying informed on what potential hazards may impact their...