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Hurricane Forecast Predicts 22 Named Storms—Including Five Major Hurricanes

Sarasota's Climate Adaptation Center recently unveiled its forecast for the coming season.

04/18/2022 By Kim Doleatto

Hurricane Elsa

Hurricane Elsa Is a Growing Threat

The storm, which has 85 mph winds as of Friday, July 2, is intensifying rapidly.

07/02/2021 By Bob Bunting

Hurricane Season

Three Rare Tropical Disturbances Are Brewing

Make sure you’ve got your hurricane plans in place.

06/15/2021 By Susan Burns

Hurricane Season

Florida Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday Kicks Off Today

The 10-day event begins today and runs through Sunday, June 6.

05/28/2021 By Staff

Finally!

The 2020 Atlantic Hurricane Season Is Over

This year's season broke records.

11/30/2020 By Megan McDonald

Hurricanes

What You Need to Know About Tropical Storm Eta

We'll be updating this post throughout the day.

11/11/2020 By Megan McDonald

Philanthropy

Patterson Foundation Provides $250,000 for Hurricane Recovery Efforts

The gift will strengthen the Center for Disaster Philanthropy’s support for medium- and long-term recovery efforts in regions affected by Hurricane Dorian.

09/18/2019 By Staff

Workshops

Sarasota County to Host Flood Zone, Structural Modification Workshops This Fall

The workshops are intended to educate residents, lenders and insurance and real estate agents.

09/05/2019 By Staff

Hurricanes

DeSantis Declares State of Emergency for All 67 Florida Counties

Forecasters say Hurricane Dorian, which is chugging toward the Sunshine State, could grow into a Category 4 hurricane.

08/29/2019 By Staff