Current Conditions And Forecasts
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While Florida is known for its generally mild winters compared to many other parts of the country, winter weather, including sub-freezing temperatures, freezing rain, and even snow, are possible over parts of the state.
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The 118th annual Epiphany is set for Saturday in Tarpon Springs. The celebration comes amid possible storms this weekend.
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The unexpected storm caused "significant" damage to some of the sand dunes that had been replenished after Hurricane Idalia washed away five feet of sand in some places.
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For the first time, the U.S. Census Bureau has collected national data on sexual orientation and gender identity related to disaster displacement.
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The National Weather Service says wind chill values in the area could reach 40 degrees.
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Flood risk and climate change are pushing millions of people to move from their homes, according to a new study by the risk analysis firm First Street Foundation. It's stifling growth in prospering cities and accelerating declines in struggling areas. Local moves are driving the changes.
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The storm system that moved through the state on Saturday brought heavy rains and some localized flooding.
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Duke Energy also said it was preparing to respond to power outages as the most powerful storms move through Saturday night into Sunday.
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The system is forecast to bring a chance of powerful storms, strong winds, and coastal flooding primarily Saturday night into Sunday morning.
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Some residents say it has been difficult to get assistance from the Federal Emergency Management Agency.
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This week on The Florida Roundup, we spoke with Florida Senate President Kathleen Passidomo about her priorities for the upcoming legislative session. Then, we talked about free speech on Florida campuses, an update on a developing storm, and two stories at the intersection of water and health.
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Strong winds and 3-5 inches of rainfall are possible across most of the state this weekend. Before the main storm arrives, conditions to remain windy on Friday.
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Counties across the greater Tampa Bay region and along the west coast are under water restrictions, and the state's wettest season is over until late spring. Meanwhile, portions of the east coast were deluged with rain.
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Businesses and homeowners have until the extended deadline of Dec. 14, 2023, for physical disaster loans through the United States Small Business Administration. Economic Injury Disaster Loans are still available through May 31, 2024.