drought

A strengthening El Niño over the Pacific Ocean may be already influencing Florida's weather, with long-range outlooks indicating a return to below-average rainfall.

Drought conditions are improving across many areas in Florida, but temperatures are about to soar.

The exceptional drought has been cut in half! But not all rain has been accounted for in this drought report.

We can expect days of rain across Florida as tropical moisture arrives and increases the flood threat.

While stormy western and interior patterns start the week, we are looking toward a substantial increase in moisture that could bring showers and storms for several days.

Drought report data runs weekly, with the data running between Tuesday and Tuesday, its release is on Thursdays.

It will all be about the shift in winds! Temperatures will warm into the weekend with more sunshine.

Contrary to popular belief, the University of Florida was not responsible for the creation of lovebugs. The insects are believed to have migrated from Central America.

The Lochloosa West brush fire continues to affect Alachua County's air quality, and the fire has grown significantly since yesterday.

A new brush fire broke out earlier this afternoon in Alachua County causing a road closure, reduced visibility, and reduced air quality.