Hurricane

Orlando Fire Department Tests Hurricane Response in ‘Operation Storm Shield’

The Orlando Fire Department and city emergency personnel tested Orlando’s hurricane response during Operation Storm Shield, an Aug. 13 exercise simulating preparations, emergency operations and recovery from a major hurricane.

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Disaster Debris Removal Crews Deployed in Orange County

Orange County Public Works crews deployed crews on yesterday, to collect large storm debris from Hurricane Milton. With the initial focus on vegetative debris, crews may make multiple passes to…

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Hurricane Milton Storms Through Florida; Winds Up To 120 mph

"If you chose to stay in one of those evacuation areas, you will die." - Tampa Mayor Jane Castor

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IMPORTANT: Orlando Advisory for Hurricane Helene – Update #1  

Although its path and the potential impacts to the Orlando area remain uncertain, city departments are currently taking all of the necessary precautions in anticipation of heavy rainfall and tropical…

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