2 years of dry conditions threaten wildlife and tourism in the Everglades
At first glance, the Everglades seem unchanged—but a closer look reveals the unmistakable impact of two straight years of drought.
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At first glance, the Everglades seem unchanged—but a closer look reveals the unmistakable impact of two straight years of drought.
On Thursday, low water lines were visible throughout the area, a stark contrast to what airboat captains say the landscape looks like during a normal rainy season.
With 2,440 wildfires occurring across the state since the start of the year, Agriculture Commissioner Wilton Simpson on Tuesday urged caution with fireworks and asked people to follow local burn regulations.
Floridians could be advised to celebrate the nation's upcoming 250th anniversary without fireworks if heavy, ground-soaking rains don't soon arrive.
The district reported recent downpours, which brought 3- to 6-inches of rain to some areas of South Florida, coupled with conservation efforts by water users and utilities, helped the Biscayne Aquifer rebound to a safe level.
South Florida residents are being warned by officials at the SFWMD to conserve water as drought conditions continue to worsen even though the water shortage warnings have not changed.
With water restrictions in place and no major rain in the forecast, residents are pleading for leniency as the region endures one of its worst droughts in decades.
According to new data from the drought monitor, 64% of Broward County is in severe drought – up 42% from last week. On the other hand, 38% of Miami-Dade County is under extreme drought – up 31% from last week.
With water levels at historic lows and little rain in sight, Miami-Dade officials ask nearly 3 million residents to cut back on usage as possible mandatory restrictions approach.
Miami-Dade is one of multiple counties that have water shortage warnings due to ongoing drought conditions.
Water sources are being depleted faster than they can be restored, according to a new report from United Nations researchers.
In areas where canals once supported airboat rides and thigh-deep water, alligators now crawl through muck.
Severe drought conditions in South Florida are drying up parts of the Everglades, forcing wildlife to adapt to muddy canals, killing fish, and shutting down local tourism businesses that rely on water access.
NEXT Weather meteorolist Shane Hinton says rain in the next 6 to 10 days will help with our dry conditions.
Researchers say human-caused climate change dealt people an average of nearly six weeks of extra extreme heat in 2024, while also fueling more destructive storms.
People who have experienced extreme weather are especially likely to say climate change needs to be addressed right away.
Climate change means wine could soon have a higher alcohol content — but spoil faster and smell worse.
The director of Mexico City's water system says the region is facing an "unprecedented situation."
Curious visitors have flocked to the Kealia Pond National Wildlife Refuge after images of the pink pond appeared on social media.
One Mississippi peanut and cotton farmer saw crop losses of about $1.2 million.
There have been 23 weather extreme events in America that cost at least $1 billion this year through August, breaking the record of 22 set in 2020.
Nations pledged to limit global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius, but three new U.N. reports show that the world is on track to hit nearly double that in less than 80 years.
Miami Fire-Rescue said more than 120 gallons of fuel spilled onto the roadway.
Our rainy season has returned with a vengeance.
A pilot program is now on the verge of adding its third business, and it's happening as the SBA is redefining what "small business" means.
An internal affairs report claims Ted Kerner was accused of inappropriate conduct with two former students, but the statute of limitations for charges has passed.
"I was just eager to get on the field," said Mensah, who transferred this offseason from Duke.
Miami Fire-Rescue said more than 120 gallons of fuel spilled onto the roadway.
Our rainy season has returned with a vengeance.
A pilot program is now on the verge of adding its third business, and it's happening as the SBA is redefining what "small business" means.
An internal affairs report claims Ted Kerner was accused of inappropriate conduct with two former students, but the statute of limitations for charges has passed.
"I was just eager to get on the field," said Mensah, who transferred this offseason from Duke.
Diario Las Américas, a Miami-based Spanish-language newspaper, reported Tuesday that Castro is seriously ill, citing a confidential source in Cuba close to his inner circle.
A sign referencing Cuba was visible in surveillance footage of a gas pump fire at a Bird Road Chevron station.
Khalid Sheikh Mohammed is accused of developing and directing the plot to crash hijacked airliners into the World Trade Center and the Pentagon on Sept. 11, 2001.
Degnis Bofill, who won a 2022 Latin Grammy, is being held at the Krome Detention Center in Miami-Dade County while his asylum case is pending.
Tania Rosa Rodriguez, 57, applied for naturalization in 2017 and was granted citizenship in 2018.
Former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife asked a judge to toss their drug trafficking indictment on the grounds that they have immunity as the leader and first lady of a foreign country.
The deal involves developing 17 strategic oil fields in Venezuela, an undertaking that experts said could take years.
President Trump announced a deal to grant the U.S. control of more than 60 billion barrels of proven Venezuelan oil reserves.
Carlos Tellez Sanchez had worked at a car dealership in Dallas during the day and drove for Uber Eats at night to support his family.
Courtney Walter said her husband, Jorge Luis Eliecer Ruiz, was stopped by immigration agents on Aug. 3 in Coconut Creek.
The report found taxpayer money was routed through nonprofits and into political accounts, while Attorney General James Uthmeier faces fresh criticism over his role in the transfer.
Moskowitz discusses primary win, Democratic divide.
Gilbert is running for the seat that Frederica Wilson is retiring from.
The winner of the Florida Democratic primary now has her eyes set on the Senate seat currently held by Republican Ashley Moody.
In a statement, Moody attempted to distance herself from the affair, suggesting the blame rests with the Governor and his Administration.
Employer health benefit costs are projected to see the steepest increase next year since 2003. That could mean higher deductions and out-of-pocket costs for workers.
Moderna and Merck announced study results that reflect a "landmark moment" in treatment for one of the deadliest forms of skin cancer.
The notice from a U.S. government agency does not indicate in which stores the beef was sold.
Despite a rash of foodborne illnesses in recent months, one expert said the nation's food supply is "remarkably safe." Here's what to know.
Federal officials issued a public health alert for meat products containing jalapeños that may be linked to a salmonella outbreak that has sickened hundreds of people across at least 27 states.
AARP is sounding the alarm because it is so easy to fall for these schemes, but there are simple things everyone can do to protect themselves.
A lawsuit filed late last month took Chicago-based McDonald's to task over the McRib sandwich, calling its name a form of false advertising.
Florida insurance policyholders could be seeing some form of relief in their wallets thanks to market reforms made statewide, Gov. Ron DeSantis said.
The company said Tuesday that 85% of its retail products and "nearly all" of its school offerings are already made without "certified colors."
Less than two days after Delta Air Lines offered $30,000 to each passenger on board the flight that crashed and flipped in Toronto on Monday afternoon, the company is facing its first two lawsuits in the incident — and they likely won't be the last.
While performing in St. Louis on Saturday night, Lionel Richie appeared at one point to lean on a piano for support, according to video from the show.
The international airport in Nashville, Tennessee, would be renamed for Dolly Parton under a proposal by Tennessee's governor.
Stella Parton said her sister Dolly told her "that if there was no hope for her, she would still allow her medical team to try experimental drugs in the hope of helping others in the future."
Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
President Trump said that he would be "lowering the American flag" throughout the nation for one week in Dolly Parton's honor.