3rd Annual Southeast #Florida Reef Cleanup coming up
Broward County Reef Cleanup: June 29, 2013 For more information, please refer to the Broward Reef Cleanup Flyer Lady Go Diver, Deerfield Beach, FL: www.ladygodiver.net (954) 420-0009 American Dream Dive Charters, Ft. Lauderdale, FL: www.scubafortlauderdale.com (954) 577-0338 South Florida Diving Headquarters & Southern Scuba School, Pompano Beach, FL: www.southfloridadiving.com (954) 783-2299 To Register: Call (561) 706-5988 [...]
ELEVATED RISK OF RIP CURRENTS, WILDFIRES OVER THE WEEKEND ACROSS FLORIDA
TALLAHASSEE – The Florida Division of Emergency Management reminds all of Florida’s residents and visitors to use caution this weekend, as an elevated risk of rip currents is expected along some of Florida’s beaches and a high risk of wildfires is present in much of the state. Onshore winds and three to five foot breaking [...]
Weather conditions raise risk of rip currents and marine warnings
TALLAHASSEE – Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) officials remind residents and visitors to stay alert and use caution at the beach, as an elevated risk of rip currents is expected along much of Florida’s Gulf Coast. A high risk of rip currents is expected from Levy through Monroe County, as well as in the [...]
FHP Plan January Crack Down On Move Over Law Violators
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Since 1999, more than 170 law enforcement officers in the United States have died and thousands injured in a crash as a result of being on the side of the roadway doing their job. During the month of January, Florida Highway Patrol troopers will pay special attention to drivers violating the state’s [...]
FWC Commission considering creating saltwater game fish and sport fish designations; public input welcomed
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) discussed the possibility of creating saltwater game fish and sport fish designations at its Dec. 5 Commission meeting in Apalachicola. After public comment from 18 people and the Commissioners’ discussion, the FWC decided to approve the proposed draft rule about the designation. The Commission will possibly make [...]
Three new rate increases possible for FPL customers in January 2013
FPL customers could potentially be looking at three rate increases from FPL in January 2013 if a third rate increase is approved by the Florida Public Service Commission. In two separate press releases (scroll down for links), the PSC publicized a rate increase tied to additional nuclear power coming on line and a separate rate [...]
As Weather Cools, Florida Manatees Move To Warmer Waters
Now that the weather outside is chilly, Florida manatees are migrating to warmer waters. They swim in search of a warm winter refuge such as freshwater springs or canals adjacent to power plant outflows. An adult manatee may weigh 1,000 pounds or more but is susceptible to cold. Water temperatures dipping to 68 degrees or [...]
FLORIDA’S UNEMPLOYMENT RATE DROPS TO ITS LOWEST POINT IN ALMOST FOUR YEARS
Florida’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate declined to 8.5 percent for the month of October, the lowest since December 2008. The state also experienced positive job growth of 12,100 new private sector jobs, while the October 2012 rate was 1.7 percentage points lower than the year-ago rate of 10.2 percent. Since December 2010, the state’s unemployment [...]
FLORIDA'S UNEMPLOYMENT RATE DROPS TO ITS LOWEST POINT IN ALMOST FOUR YEARS
Florida’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate declined to 8.5 percent for the month of October, the lowest since December 2008. The state also experienced positive job growth of 12,100 new private sector jobs, while the October 2012 rate was 1.7 percentage points lower than the year-ago rate of 10.2 percent. Since December 2010, the state’s unemployment [...]
Elevated Risk Of Rip Currents, Wildfires Over The Weekend Across Florida
TALLAHASSEE – The Florida Division of Emergency Management reminds all Florida’s residents and visitors to use caution this weekend, as an elevated risk of rip currents is expected along some of Florida’s beaches. At the coast, strong onshore winds of 15-20 mph and large waves will combine to generate a high risk of rip currents [...]
