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An initial estimate from Moody's Analytics on Monday projected property destruction from Irma between $64 billion and $92 billion.
Read More »Irma Could Cost `Billions Upon Billions’
Floridians Should Expect Days Without Power
Widespread and prolonged power outages will become part of life for most Floridians over the next few days as Hurricane Irma has started to make an anticipated northern turn that will result in a destructive run through the state starting Sunday.
Read More »Floridians Urged To Remain `Vigilant’ As Irma Approaches
Almost all of Florida will be directly affected the next couple of days by deadly and powerful Hurricane Irma, Gov. Rick Scott warned Friday.
Read More »Broadcast Bits: Episode 3
Technology is bringing robust change to the local television news industry. One journalist is telling stories with equipment that fits in his pocket.
Read More »Broadcast Bits: Episode 2
Social media is an emerging platform that allows journalists to interact and converse with news consumers all over the world. It has been a vital news gathering tool in Texas in the wake of Hurricane Harvey. Flood victims have connected with journalists and authorities as they attempt to escape rising …
Read More »What Incentives Are Available To Families Who Want To Install Solar Panels?
In Find Out Florida this week, WUFT looks at the incentives available to homeowners who want to add a rooftop solar system.
Read More »State Grapples With Increase In Card Skimmers
Credit-card skimming devices at Florida gas stations and stores are on a dramatic rise this year. State figures show 315 skimmers had been discovered at Florida gas pumps through July 18, compared to 120 skimmers discovered through the first seven months of 2016.
Read More »Study Offers Warning For Florida Farmers From Global Warming
Florida strawberry growers already have experienced a dress rehearsal for the impacts of climate change during the past two seasons.
Read More »Florida Citrus Harvest Lowest In Decades
The final forecast of the 2016-2017 season for Florida's struggling citrus industry shows the orange crop falling 16 percent from the previous season.
Read More »State Looks For More Hunters, Anglers
The number of people buying hunting and fishing licenses hasn't kept pace with population growth in the state, and wildlife officials are concerned that could impact the future management of public lands. Wildlife officials say they need more hunters and anglers to help cover costs of running state programs.
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