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How can the water levels in Lochloosa Lake rise up to normal levels? Only nature knows.
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Car Falls into Sinkhole from Flooding in Ocala
A certified storm spotter reported more than four inches of rain fell near Ocala in less than 30 minutes Saturday afternoon. It was enough water to flood a large section of the Shady Oaks Shopping Center near the intersection of College Road and SW 27th Avenue. Across the street, a …
Read More »Heavy Rains Caused No Damage In Alachua County
The forecast calls for the threat of heavy rain to continue in many places. We'll take a virtual tour around Florida to let you see for yourself.
Read More »In Cedar Key, Hurricanes Are Always A Risk Of Island Living
Cedar Key residents, officials and business owners are getting ready for the upcoming hurricane season.
Read More »Florida Is A Tinderbox Right Now, And That Might Not Change For Weeks
Burn bans are now in place in most of the state of Florida. Alachua and surrounding counties are under watch as the dry conditions continue.
Read More »Rain Pulls North Central Florida Out Of Severe Drought
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 »Putnam County To Reduce Transportation Funding To Middle, High Schools
Budget cuts for the Putnam County School Board will result in discontinued transportation for students who live within two miles of a middle school and high school. The decision was made in order to avoid making cuts in classrooms or with faculty members.
Read More »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 »Storm Brings Damage, But Relief To Drought-Stricken Area
A storm that blew through North Central Florida late Monday and Tuesday left fallen trees and downed power lines, but brought inches of rain to the drought-stricken area.
Read More »Prescribed Burn May Affect Conditions On I-75 In Marion County
Due to the 125-acre prescribed burn near the Cross Florida Greenway Trail, Florida Highway patrol urges motorists to use caution when traveling on I-75 in Marion County.
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