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Florida, hurricane and Alligator Alcatraz

CBS News on MSN · 1d

Hurricane plan for Florida's Alligator Alcatraz heavily redacted, raising concerns

Florida's redacted hurricane plan for the Alligator Alcatraz migrant center is drawing calls for transparency from lawmakers.

Orlando Sentinel · 3d

Florida releases heavily blacked out Alligator Alcatraz hurricane plan

The Everglades facility has faced a barrage of questions about how detainees would be kept safe in the hurricane-prone area.

Alligator Alcatraz and hurricanes: Here’s what would put the site at particular risk

As Florida enters peak hurricane season, questions persist about the safety of the detainees as well as staff housed at Alligator Alcatraz, the tent city quickly erected to hold migrants in the middle of the Everglades.

Florida, hurricane and tax-free

Florida’s tax-free holiday on hurricane supplies begin

The 2025 Atlantic hurricane season started 2 months ago, with the peak time still ahead of us. If you don’t already have your storm preparedness kit ready, now’s the time to do it. Florida’s tax-free holiday on hurricane supplies began today.

Florida makes hurricane prep more affordable with year-round tax exemptions

As Florida enters the heart of hurricane season, residents are getting a financial break on the essentials they need to stay safe. A new, permanent sales tax exemption on key hurricane supplies has replaced the state’s traditional short-term sales tax holidays.

USA TODAY · 1d

When are hurricane supplies tax-free in Florida? Check out what qualifies as tax-free

Bottled water, first aid kits, and many food items purchased at the grocery store are already tax-free. Bicycle helmets will also be tax-free. Previously, only youth bicycle helmets were exempt from sales tax. Beginning Aug. 1, all bicycle helmets will be exempt.

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Hurricane center tracking AL95 tropical system off North Carolina coast and a large tropical wave

Will it rain today? Atlantic hurricane season is June 1 to Nov. 30, 2025, with most tropical storm activity between August and October in Florida.

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No Pets Left Behind: How a Dog’s Hurricane Rescue Changed Florida Law

A state trooper went to the aid of a bull terrier who had been abandoned as Hurricane Milton approached. Now the dog, named ...

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Florida to get more rain from system in Gulf, National Hurricane Center tracking 3 waves

Expect a rainy, hot day ahead as the low-pressure system that brought rain across North Florida moves up the Gulf Coast.

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These hurricane prep items will soon be permanently tax-free in Florida

TAX-FREE SUPPLIESThe new budget axed the hurricane tax holidays, but some items will remain tax-exempt all year. Here are ...

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How much does homeowner’s insurance cost in Florida and can I get it in hurricane season?

Here's how much home insurance in Florida costs on average and what to know about shopping for a policy during hurricane ...

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August brings ominous hurricane season news. Is another Helene on the way?

August brings skyrocketing hurricane risk and new warnings. But forecasters don't yet know what the 2025 season holds.

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Saharan dust, AI forecasting dominate topics during hurricane season Q&A with Bryan Norcross

FOX Weather Hurricane Specialist Bryan Norcross tackled hurricane season questions in a recent livestream, addressing Saharan ...

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