US EditionFlorida Eyes Another Busy Storm Season
- Florida prepares for a potentially busy hurricane season starting June 1 and lasting through November 30, with forecasts predicting 13 to 19 named storms this year.
- This forecast builds on last year’s season that had 18 named storms and 11 hurricanes, while concerns arise over recent federal funding cuts and FEMA workforce reductions.
- Florida’s unique wet season from late May to mid-October is driven by the collision of sea breezes on its narrow peninsula, influenced also by dry Saharan dust that can affect storm formation.
- Meteorologist Brooks Garner and officials highlight Florida’s dependence on forecasts from agencies like NOAA, while state leaders underline the importance of preparing for storms with limited federal assistance.
- The implications include Florida managing disaster response with state resources amid uncertainty about federal readiness, especially given the state’s historical storm exposure and ongoing infrastructure investments.
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The Scoop: Thur. May 29, 2025, Tampa Bay and Florida headlines by WMNF
With federal cuts, how will Florida fare during hurricane season With another potentially active Atlantic hurricane season this year, Florida is bracing for the possibility the federal government will not respond like it has in the past. Constituents will hold a town hall without Rep. Anna Paulina Luna WMNF’s Chris Young reports Pinellas residents are taking things into their own hands. Hosting a town hall without their member of Congress, Anna …
Legislature wants to make it impossible for local governments to build back better after hurricanes • Florida Phoenix
A BMW lies submerged during flooding in New Smyrna Beach caused by Hurricane Ian, via New Smyrna Beach official Facebook pageHello, is this the 911 operator? I need to report someone who’s a danger to themselves and others. It’s the Florida Legislature. No, operator, this is not a joke! Didn’t you hear what they did? After one of Florida’s worst hurricane seasons in years, they passed a bill to block local governments from trying to build back b…
The Daily Gazette
Florida says it’s ready for hurricane season, with or without FEMA’s help
MIAMI — Every hurricane season in Florida comes with uncertainty but there’s a surprising new source of questions this year surrounding the federal agency that responds to disasters and has historically helped pay for often massive cleanup and recovery costs.…
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