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Florida’s Atlantic and Gulf coasts attract plenty of boaters year-round and Florida leads the nation with nearly one million registered boats. Before venturing out on the water, it is important for boaters to check on the weather. What may seem like a tranquil start to the day can quickly turn violent with hazards such as severe thunderstorms, strong winds, rough seas, lightning and waterspouts. read on National Safe Boating Week is May 18-24, 2013
Creating a complete disaster kit does not have to be a hit to your wallet all at once. Picking up a handful of items during weekly shopping trips will help you build your disaster kit in no time. read on 15 Weeks to Preparedness
The most feared weather phenomenon throught Florida during the summer and early fall is the tropical cyclone. Close to the tropices and surrounded on three sides by warm water, the unique location of Florida makes it particularly vulnerable to these systems as they develop and move generally westward across the Atlantic Ocean, Gulf of Mexico and Caribbean Sea, and the realtively flat terrain can also make it susceptible to flooding. read on National Hurricane Preparedness Week is May 26 – June 1
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