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Lake Okeechobee water levels rising
Lake Okeechobee water levels are getting a big boost from recent heavy rains, which could help but not solve South Florida’s water supply strain.
The lake, South Florida’s primary backup water supply, is expected to rise as much as two feet...Tags: Mergers, Acquisitions and Takeovers, Disasters, Natural Disasters, Water Supply, Kissimmee
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Tornado warning for Palm Beach County canceled
Sun SentinelA tornado warning that was issued for the east-central portion of Palm Beach County Tuesday morning has been canceled, according to the National Weather Service. The warning issued shortly after 8:30 a.m. was supposed to be in effect until 9 a.m. but was...Tags: Space Programs, Lake Worth, Droughts, Weather Warnings, Weather Reports
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Delayed Everglades restoration prompts Palm Beach County leader to question state, federal 'courage'
![Frustrated with stalled Everglades restoration, Palm Beach County Commission Chairwoman Karen Marcus contends that federal and state officials lack the "courage" to get it done.](http://www.sun-sentinel.com/media/thumbnails/story/2011-07/346359840-13090001.jpg "Frustrated with stalled Everglades restoration, Palm Beach County Commission Chairwoman Karen Marcus contends that federal and state officials lack the "courage\" to get it done.")
Frustrated with stalled Everglades restoration, Palm Beach County Commission Chairwoman Karen Marcus contends that federal and state officials lack the "courage" to get it done.
One year ago, Palm Beach County imposed a moratorium on new rock mines...Tags: Human Interest, U.S. Sugar Corporation, Charlie Crist, Palm Beach County, Government
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July rains helping Lake Okeechobee's water supply strain
Lake Okeechobee’s water level crept back to 10 feet above sea level on Thursday, offering another sign of South Florida’s improved water supply situation thanks to a July drenching.
After the driest October-to-June stretch on record, July...Tags: Everglades, Water Restrictions, Tropical Storms, Florida, Water Supply
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Audubon blames water management decisions for Lake Okeechobee water supply violation
Despite relief from recent rains, Lake Okeechobee water levels dropped too low for too long this year and violated state standards intended to protect the environment, according to Audubon of Florida.
Water management decisions combined with this year&...Tags: Human Interest, Natural Resources, Water Supply, Wildlife, Endangered Species
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Review of proposed Everglades Headwaters wildlife refuge to be released in August
The first environmental review of a controversial proposal for a huge federal wildlife refuge north of Lake Okeechobee will be released in August.
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service will release an environmental assessment of the proposal for the...Tags: Land Resources, Nature, Zoology, Everglades, Natural Resources
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South Florida golf courses offered break from watering rules
South Florida golf courses could get a break from emergency watering restrictions, despite warnings that the water supply strain continues.
The South Florida Water Management District since March has required golf courses in Broward and Palm Beach...Tags: Business, Sports, Golf, Weather Warnings, Everglades
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Audubon calls for three-year wind farm delay
Audubon of Florida on Monday raised new concerns about a proposed wind farm that environmentalists contend poses a risk to migrating birds.
Missouri-based Wind Capital Group proposes building 80 towering wind turbines across 16,000 acres of sugar cane...Tags: Human Interest, Everglades, Wind Power, Solar Energy, Florida
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Outdoors Almanac Fishing tourneys
Fishing tournament organizers in South Dakota need to be sure they have filled out the proper GFP Department paperwork when planning those events. Applications for 2012 fishing tournaments and special events are now available and must be filed with...Tags: Tourism and Leisure, Black Hills Corporation, Travel, Animals, Gardens and Parks
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Tornadoes, damaging winds possible in South Florida this afternoon, evening
Sun SentinelSouth Florida faces a significant threat of tornadoes between 5 and 9 p.m. Tuesday, largely the result of the tropical disturbance in the Gulf of Mexico, the National Weather Service said. The weather service estimates the tornado threat will be greatest...Tags: National Hurricane Center, Weather, Disasters, Tropical Weather, Natural Disasters
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Gray skies are going to clear up
Sun SentinelThe gray - and occasionally stormy - gloom that has blanketed South Florida for the past three days is forecast to be replaced with clear skies and cooler conditions, possibly as soon as Wednesday night. A cold front, currently in the vicinity of Lake...Tags: Weather Reports, Weather, Miami (Miami-Dade, Florida)
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Three days of storms help Lake Okeechobee, South Florida water supplies
Soggy South Florida emerged from three days of storms with improved water supplies, but lingering concerns about the fast-approaching dry season.
Rainfall has Lake Okeechobee, South Florida’s primary backup water supply, rising about 1.2 inches per...Tags: Orlando, Palm Beach County, Water Supply, Miami (Miami-Dade, Florida), Kissimmee
Oct 13, 2011
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Nov 25, 2011
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Oct 18, 2011
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