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This week's rainfall has pulled all of North Central Florida out of severe drought, but some areas remain in a moderate drought.
Read More »Rain Pulls North Central Florida Out Of Severe Drought
Gainesville Homeless Center To Provide Shelter During Tonight’s Bad Weather
The storm expected to hit Gainesville tonight is expected to be strong and has tornado potential. Officials suggest residents should get batteries and tie down loose items outdoors.
Read More »Hurricane Names Matthew and Otto Retired
Storm names Matthew and Otto will be retired by the World Meteorological Organization’s Region IV Hurricane Committee, after the deadly and destructive 2016 hurricane season.
Read More »Alachua County Farmers, Homeless Preparing For Late-Season Freeze
Alachua County and other places across North Central Florida are making preparations for the rare March freeze expected for tonight. Check in to WUFT.org for live weather updates.
Read More »Cold Night Shelter Program Activated In Gainesville
The city of Gainesville’s Cold Night Shelter program will be activated at the St. Francis House, 413 S Main St, and GRACE Marketplace, 3055 NE 28 Ave between Tuesday and Friday due to anticipated temperatures below 45 degrees Fahrenheit.
Read More »Dangerous Smoke And Fog Conditions Possible Overnight In Suwannee Valley
Widespread and potentially dense fog is expected to create dangerously low visibility along Interstate 75 and Interstate 10 corridors in the Suwannee Valley Tuesday
Read More »Gainesville’s Trees Bear Brunt Of Storm
Gainesville's beloved trees suffered the most damage from yesterday's storm. City officials warn residents to have their trees checked regularly before bad weather occurs.
Read More »18 Dead Amid Reported Tornadoes, Other Storms In The South
Severe storms that hit the Southeast and Florida this weekend, claimed 18 lives, with over a dozen killed in Georgia Sunday.
Read More »North Central Florida Avoids Severe Damage During Storm
A potent, final round of severe weather expected today. Threat for tornadoes, damaging winds, and severe hail is higher than Saturday and Saturday night.
Read More »FPL Looks To Recoup Hurricane Matthew Costs
Florida Power & Light is seeking approval to collect $318.5 million from customers to recoup costs from Hurricane Matthew
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