Environment

"We’ve not seen temperatures like this in a long time”

A potentially historic winter storm is heading to Florida. It promises to bring a significant coat of snow and ice, which will cause power and road issues.

As Florida braces for a brutal Arctic blast, here are some safety tips that could help if you get caught in a winter storm this season.

Forecasters are predicting extreme cold for the Panhandle and Big Bend. A wintry mix of snow and sleet is also expected throughout the area. Some local schools have announced closures others say they're monitoring the situation.

Cold temperatures in Florida can have a serious impact on the animals living in the sunshine state. When temperatures dip too low, cold stress can impact creatures from the iguanas that fall from South Florida trees to the cold stunned sea turtles on the coast to manatees making their way into the warmer rivers and springs.

Homes, cars, and streets were flooded with rainwater after Hurricane Milton, which overwhelmed stormwater systems.

The proposed rule would keep the Florida manatee as threatened, continuing its status since being delisted as endangered in 2017. A public hearing is set for Feb. 26.

The critically endangered cotton-topped tamarins named Elsa and Einstein are part of a breeding program.

19 manatees rescued after storm-related floodwaters receded were discovered thanks to reports made to FWC’s Wildlife Alert Hotline.

The City says the money will help create a more resilient and equitable energy system to protect against extreme weather events.