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Florida lacks language laws for disaster communications, leaving counties and residents on their ownSome Spanish and Mayan language speakers may struggle or hesitate to use county resources. When they do, subtle mistranslations can lead to dangerous misunderstandings.
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The migrant farmworker community is one of the most vulnerable groups when it comes to natural disasters. Language barriers and immigration status are major hurdles to seeking emergency relief.
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Across the greater Tampa Bay region, officials are reminding everyone to be safe and ready for the next storm by trimming your trees.
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You know the phrase "You are what you eat", but it's equally important to watch what information you consume as well. Now that storm season is here, make sure you consume only trusted and reliable sources to get your weather information to help keep you and your family safe.
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Everything from concrete pots to lawn are can become flying objects during a powerful storm.
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Hillsborough County officials offer some tips on how to properly use sandbags and generators in the event of a hurricane.
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Hillsborough County officials want older adults to start preparing now for any possible hurricanes that hit the area this season. They share some tips about how to get ready without breaking the bank.
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They say people have a tendency to base decisions on past experience. But this season is forecast to be far more active than any in recent memory.
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This year, with an above-average hurricane season predicted, warnings and other information about those dangers could be a matter of life or death.
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The 2024 hurricane season is expected to be busier than average. To ensure that people everywhere are prepared, officials visited residents in Sanford, a landlocked city in the middle of the Sunshine State.
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Emergency managers are urging Floridians to assess their homes and fortify any vulnerable areas; organize and safeguard all important papers and items; double-check your home-insurance policy; prepare an emergency kit; and identify if you live in an evacuation zone.
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The countdown to hurricane season has begun, and Florida emergency management offices are sharing their safety tips to empower residents to act ahead of potential storms.