Palm Bay released nearly 500,000 gallons of sewage during Hurricane Milton: 'River of poop'
The city of Palm Bay is under fire for dumping almost 500,000 pounds of sewage during Hurricane Milton.
Earth's wildlife populations have declined a staggering 73% in 50 years: report
A staggering loss of world wildlife populations could have “devastating" consequences without immediate action, a new report concludes.
Biden sets 10-year deadline for US cities to replace lead pipes, make drinking water safer
The president announced the new regulation, which replaces a standard set forth by the Trump administration that did not include a universal requirement to replace lead pipes.
Electric Vehicle fire adds to Hurricane Helene devastation in Florida
After Hurricane Helene flooded parts of Tampa, residents are now facing a new threat: electric vehicles bursting into flames.
Flooded electric vehicles, scooters bursting into flames after Hurricane Helene
"Water and ion batteries do not mix. They literally explode," Tampa Mayor Jane Castor warned on Friday, adding that even small electric scooters were blowing up because of Hurricane Helene's floodwaters.
Some Edgewater residents take flood prevention into their own hands
Some people in Edgewater are sick of waiting for the city to step up with flood protection, so they are protecting themselves by filling sandbags and clearing ditches.
Expanded 'critical' habitat eyed for manatees in Florida
Federal wildlife officials have proposed expanding designations of “critical habitat” for Florida manatees, potentially bolstering protections in areas ranging from Wakulla Springs in Northwest Florida to the upper St. Johns River in Northeast Florida.
Manatee deaths lawsuit will proceed; cites violations of Endangered Species Act
A lawsuit alleging state officials violated the Endangered Species Act, contributing to the deaths of manatees, will move forward.
California AG sues ExxonMobil over alleged plastic recycling deception
California Attorney General Rob Bonta on Monday announced the filing of an unprecedented lawsuit against ExxonMobil for allegedly engaging in a 50-year campaign of deception that “caused and exacerbated the global plastics pollution crisis."
Tons of trash removed from West Melbourne property after almost a year
Huge piles of garbage were finally removed for neighbors in West Melbourne who had been living next to trash for almost a year.
Winter Park to start charging people to charge their electric vehicles: Here's when, and how much
The City of Winter Park says inconsiderate drivers have ruined it for everyone else when it comes to using the city's EV charging stations, which have been around for 12 years.
More evidence found of microplastics infiltrating human brain, study says
Researchers in Brazil found evidence of microplastics in the brain tissue of human cadavers.
Rehoboth Beach added to list of shorelines closed due to medical waste washing up
Rehoboth Beach is the latest popular vacation spot added to the long list on Monday, joining Dewey Beach, Fenwick Island, Ocean City, Assateague Island National Park, Chincoteague and more in telling swimmers to stay out of the water and warning visitors to wear closed-toe shoes on the beach.
National Park Service blames bag of Cheetos for disrupting entire Carlsbad Caverns ecosystem
The Cheetos' processed corn was softened by the humidity of the cave and "formed the perfect environment" to welcome and host fungi and microbial life, the park said.
This bill bans chemtrails, but do they even exist?
Tennessee recently passed a bill to ban chemtrails, igniting debates over whether they exist. Explore the origins of the chemtrails conspiracy theory, its influence on legislation, and expert opinions that debunk the myth, explaining the true nature of these airplane trails.
Chemical found in rocket fuel found in drinking water, food: Consumer Report
Consumer Reports found perchlorate, a rocket fuel chemical, in food and water. Learn about the health risks and how to protect your family.
Great Horned Owl that escaped during Tropical Storm Debby dies after being rescued
A Great Horned Owl that escaped from his enclosure in Brandon during Tropical Storm Debby and was later found safe, has died.
Florida wants to add golf courses, pickleball to state parks
Future visits to some of Florida’s state parks could include getting in 18 holes of golf or playing pickleball.
Flagler County using drone technology to track beach erosion
Flagler County is using drone technology to tackle beach erosion along its Atlantic coastline, streamlining some regulatory challenges in the process.
Researchers discover healthy coral off Florida Coast amid rising bleaching concerns
Researchers from the Palm Beach Zoo are expressing optimism after discovering healthy coral off the coast of Florida.