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Florida lacks a statewide ban on being homeless, but local laws restrict public camping and vehicle sleeping. Enforcement varies by county amid federal court rulings and housing policy debates.
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Southwest Florida sees a localized rise in parasitic illness cases while national numbers drop. Lee County ranks second statewide, prompting strict hygiene advisories from health authorities.
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The FOX 35 Storm Team tracks strong thunderstorms across Orlando, triggering flood advisories. Residents face risks from damaging winds and potential flash flooding.
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Attorney General James Uthmeier announces recovery of 163 children in Florida via FDLE, including eight from Pensacola.
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Kenya Glasgow, 31, and her toddler daughter were killed by lightning in a Margate driveway. Her husband survived nearby as GoFundMe support grows for the family.
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Florida public schools face declining enrollment as Tampa Bay districts Pasco and Pinellas report drops from last year, prompting discussions on future viability and possible closures.
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Marion and Flagler counties under rare Extreme Heat Warning as Central Florida experiences peak temperatures of the current wave on Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2026.
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Kenya Glasgow and her 2-year-old daughter died after being struck by lightning on a Margate sidewalk. Nine fatal lightning strikes have occurred nationally in 2026.
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Kenya Glasgow, 31, and her two-year-old daughter died after a lightning strike in Margate, Florida. Police confirm the accident occurred August 23, prompting safety reminders during severe weather.
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A brief landspout or tornado likely touched down near Jessica Clinton Park in Port St. Lucie on Aug. 23, causing minor debris and damage as reported by the National Weather Service.
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Video captures 23-year-old pilot Faith Tenkley swimming to safety after a smooth emergency water landing near Boca Raton following mechanical issues with her plane.
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Forecasters warn of potential tropical depression formation in the Gulf. Residents urged to prepare as weather systems show increased activity during peak season.