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FloridaCommerce plans for nearly $1 billion grant for Hurricane Ian relief

Listen: Hurricane Ian made landfall last September and devastated parts of Florida.  FloridaCommerce held a public hearing Friday at the University of South Florida about federal recovery funding. The US Department of Housing and Urban...

Hurricane season kicks off with preparedness expo in St. Pete

Last Thursday night, St. Petersburg Fire Rescue hosted a Hurricane Preparedness Expo to kick off this year’s Atlantic Hurricane Season. Residents picked up supplies and learned more about how they can be ready for worst-case...

“FACING THE STORMS OF LIFE” ON MORNING ENERGY

The Atlantic Hurricane Season (June 1st through November 30th) always brings with it high levels  of uncertainty –  whether it’s due to the unpredictable geographic movements of these storms, their economic impact on society and/or their  emotional...

Meteorologist Denis Phillips on Hurricane Ian, climate change and Rule No. 7

ABC Action News meteorologist Denis Phillips was a guest on WMNF WaveMakers on Tuesday, May 9, to discuss Hurricane Ian, the upcoming hurricane season, climate change and how he developed his famous Rule No. 7.

Strong storms are likely in Florida Wednesday evening

Strong & severe storms are likely in the Florida Peninsula late this afternoon & evening.

Belief & Climate Change

Why are so many humans religious? Why do we daydream, imagine, and hope? Philosophers, theologians, social scientists, and historians have offered explanations for centuries, but their accounts often ignore or even avoid human evolution. Evolutionary...

“In The Eye Of The Storm” on Morning Energy

On land, the “eye” of a hurricane is the calmest part of the storm  and is mostly clear of clouds, wind, and rain. Although the “eye of the storm” is relatively calm, it is “The EyeWall” that is the most devastating part of the...

“The Storms of Life” on Morning Energy

Tropical Storm Alex ushered in the 2022 Atlantic Hurricane season and brought flashing flooding to western Cuba and South Florida. When tropical storms or hurricanes strike coastal areas,they bring a number of serious hazards such...

“The Storms of Life” on Morning Energy

Each year June 1st marks the beginning of the Atlantic Hurricane Season. The Atlantic Hurricane Season usually last until November 30th, with September being the most common month for hurricanes. According to the The National...

“Springing Forward And Letting Go” on Morning Energy

The vernal (spring) equinox, which marks the first day of spring, generally fall on March 19th, 20th or 21st of each calendar year. The word equinox, comes from the Latin words for “equal” and “night”...

“When Leaders Dissappoint Us” on Morning Energy

One of the things that February 2021 will be remembered for is some of the worsts winter storms in the United States history. Of the many states that were profoundly affected by the harsh storm...
FPREN - Early Signs Point to an Active Hurricane Season Ahead

Early Signs Point to an Active Hurricane Season Ahead

From the Florida Public Radio Emergency Network (FPREN) – Scientists say this year’s Atlantic hurricane season could be more active than normal but stress the role uncertainty plays 60 days out. If your browser does...

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